consistently
|con/sist/ent/ly|
B2
/kənˈsɪstəntli/
(consistent)
unchanging
Etymology
Etymology Information
'consistent' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'consistere,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'sistere' meant 'to stand.'
Historical Evolution
'consistere' transformed into the French word 'consister,' and eventually became the modern English word 'consistent' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to stand together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'unchanging or steady.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a way that does not change; always the same.
She consistently arrives at work early.
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