Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
inconsistency
noun
/ɪn.kənˈsɪs.tən.si/
Definition
The quality of being inconsistent; lack of uniformity or stability.
Examples
- Her inconsistency in her responses made it difficult to trust her.
- The inconsistency in the data raised concerns about the study’s reliability.
- He showed inconsistency in his workout routine, which affected his progress.
Meaning
Inconsistency refers to the state of being contradictory or not having a uniform character. It indicates a failure to maintain a certain standard or pattern.
Synonyms
- contradiction
- discrepancy
- variability
- unpredictability
- irregularity
