inconsistency
/ˌɪnkənˈsɪstənsi/
CEFR level C1Topic ThinkingWord #6589 in the learning path
不一致；前后矛盾
Definitions
n. a lack of agreement between facts, statements, or actions
不一致；前后矛盾
n. the quality of varying unpredictably in standard or performance
不稳定；时好时坏
Example
I noticed an inconsistency between your story and hers.
我发现你和她的说法有一处不一致。
Inconsistency in the enforcement of regulations can undermine public trust and create unfair advantages for some businesses.
法规执行上的不一致会削弱公众信任，并使某些企业获得不公平的优势。
Collocations
- inconsistency between accounts
- internal inconsistency
- inconsistency in performance
Word family
- inconsistent (adj.)
- inconsistently (adv.)
- consistent (adj.)
- consistency (n.)
Synonyms
- discrepancy
- contradiction
Antonyms
- consistency
Usage tip
可数时指一处矛盾；不可数时指不一致的状态。
FAQ
- What does inconsistency mean?
- a lack of agreement between facts, statements, or actions the quality of varying unpredictably in standard or performance
- How is inconsistency pronounced?
- UK /ˌɪnkənˈsɪstənsi/, US /ˌɪnkənˈsɪstənsi/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
