consistently-applied
|con-sist-ent-ly-ap-plied|
B2
/kənˈsɪstəntli əˈplaɪd/
(apply)
to put into action
Etymology
Etymology Information
'apply' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'applicare,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'plicare' meant 'to fold.'
Historical Evolution
'applicare' transformed into the Old French word 'applier,' and eventually became the modern English word 'apply' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to attach or fold towards,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to put to use or bring into action.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
implemented or executed in a uniform manner over time.
The rules were consistently-applied across all departments.
Synonyms
Antonyms
inconsistently-applied
Last updated: 2025/06/19 16:04