Definition of Inconsistent
Inconsistent
in·con·sis·tent


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
not uniform or predictable, not consistent, not remaining the same all through;

e.g. The quality of his work has been inconsistent so we cannot rely on his doing a good job.

(adjective)
at odds with previous instances, conduct, or principles, or simply not in agreement;

e.g. Her statements were inconsistent with what the other witness said.

(adjective)
not compatible with the same set of facts or principles;

e.g. These two theories are inconsistent so they cannot both be true.





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