predictably-consistent
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/prɪˈdɪktəbli kənˈsɪstənt/
reliably uniform
Etymology
The term 'predictably-consistent' is a compound adjective formed by combining 'predictably' and 'consistent'. 'Predictably' originates from the Latin word 'praedicere', meaning 'to foretell', and 'consistent' comes from the Latin 'consistere', meaning 'to stand firm'.
'Predictably' evolved from the Latin 'praedicere' through Old French 'predire', while 'consistent' evolved from Latin 'consistere' through Middle English 'consisten'.
Initially, 'predictably' meant 'able to be foretold', and 'consistent' meant 'standing firm'. Together, they convey the idea of something that is reliably uniform.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
exhibiting a pattern or behavior that is reliably uniform and can be anticipated.
The team's performance was predictably-consistent throughout the season.
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Last updated: 2025/03/26 15:46