1
as in conflicting
not being in agreement or harmony
inconsistent theories make it difficult to settle on one explanation
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2
as in volatile
likely to change frequently, suddenly, or unexpectedly
an inconsistent breeze was our only relief from the heat
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Recent Examples of inconsistent
At present, companies gather training data individually, with inconsistent results and higher costs.
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Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 27 Sep. 2025
The Reds' season can be described as consistently inconsistent but playing well down the stretch and the New York Mets faltering has led to an opportunity to get back to the postseason for the first time since 2020.
—Jason Hoffman, Cincinnati Enquirer, 26 Sep. 2025
Key Takeaways Research shows modest, inconsistent benefits of aloe vera and apple cider vinegar for blood sugar and weight.
—Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 25 Sep. 2025
Rutte, in his interview, rejected the suggestion that Trump has been inconsistent in his position on the Russia-Ukraine war.
—Sarah Fortinsky, The Hill, 25 Sep. 2025
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Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 27 Sep. 2025
The Reds' season can be described as consistently inconsistent but playing well down the stretch and the New York Mets faltering has led to an opportunity to get back to the postseason for the first time since 2020.
—Jason Hoffman, Cincinnati Enquirer, 26 Sep. 2025
Key Takeaways Research shows modest, inconsistent benefits of aloe vera and apple cider vinegar for blood sugar and weight.
—Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 25 Sep. 2025
Rutte, in his interview, rejected the suggestion that Trump has been inconsistent in his position on the Russia-Ukraine war.
—Sarah Fortinsky, The Hill, 25 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inconsistent
Adjective
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The disclosure comes after years of speculation and conflicting rumors surrounding the couple’s high-profile split in 2021.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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Attempts to combine these capabilities often resulted in conflicting signals and unreliable performance.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Sep. 2025
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This potential hindrance to growth adds another layer of uncertainty to an already volatile policy outlook.—
John Melloy,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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The remnants of a tropical storm that brought steamy rain and a volatile atmosphere to the Bay Area last week have faded, according to the National Weather Service.—
Rick Hurd,
Mercury News,
30 Sep. 2025
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Prepare for mood swings as the moon clashes with unpredictable Uranus.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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The Roval is among the most unpredictable races on the NASCAR calendar.—
Shane Connuck
October 3,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Those settlers managed to make an underground river with murderous maggots on unstable terrain into a tourist attraction in record time.—
Ann Patchett,
New Yorker,
29 Sep. 2025
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Gun violence, social media, and an unstable economy all contribute to their mental health struggles.—
Ashleigh N. DeLuca,
Parents,
26 Sep. 2025
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“Inconsistent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inconsistent. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.
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