inconsistent
Pronunciation: [ˌɪn.kənˈsɪs.tənt]
Word
Context: “behavior”
(adjective) when someone's actions or statements do not match each other. If someone changes their mind a lot or does not stick to the same rules, they are being inconsistent.
Example
The teacher was consistent with her rules, so the students always knew what to expect.
Example
His reasons for changing the plan were inconsistent, making it hard for others to understand.
Example
Why do you think her answers were inconsistent during the discussion?
Context: “quality”
(adjective) when something does not have steady or regular qualities. If your favorite snack sometimes tastes great and other times tastes bad, it's inconsistent.
Example
The weather this month has been consistently warm and sunny.
Example
The product had inconsistent quality, sometimes working well and other times not at all.
Example
Do you notice any inconsistent qualities in the service here?
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