Definition of consistencynext
as in consistence
the degree to which a fluid can resist flowing beat the egg whites until they take on the consistency of whipped cream

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of consistency Glamour contributor Mary Honkus expected this to have an oily consistency, but instead the texture feels thick and silky. Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 23 Mar. 2026 Powder deodorants are similar to sticks in application but are thicker consistency. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 23 Mar. 2026 Allow mixture to soften to piping consistency. Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 23 Mar. 2026 For consistency, all of the prices in this story reflect queen size sheets. Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 23 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for consistency
Recent Examples of Synonyms for consistency
consistence
Noun
  • The success from the Chicago Cubs this season can be attributed to several different things: the presence of Kyle Tucker in the lineup, the emergence of Pete Crow-Armstrong and Seiya Suzuki as two of the biggest run producers in the league, or even the consistence of the starting rotation.
    Andrew Wright, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 June 2025
  • These blushes have soft, creamy, and looser consistences that people use for a more dewy, glowy look, but there’s nothing like the natural finish that a powder blush provides.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2025

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Consistency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consistency. Accessed 26 Mar. 2026.

More from Merriam-Webster on consistency

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster