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Definition & Meaning of "inconsistent"in English

inconsistent
01

not staying the same or predictable in quality or behavior 

inconsistent definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Composition
Compound
qualitative
Superlative
most inconsistent
Comparative
more inconsistent
gradable
Examples
Her performance was inconsistent; she would excel one day and struggle the next. 
02

(of two statements, etc.) not agreeing with one another 

inconsistent definition and meaning
Examples
Despite his initial promises, his actions were inconsistent with his words, causing disappointment among his supporters. 
03

unable to be made compatible, coherent, or logically harmonious with something else 

Examples
The proposal is inconsistent with the company's policy. 
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