inconsistency

[ in-kuhn-sis-tuhn-see ]

noun

, plural in·con·sist·en·cies

1. the quality or condition of being inconsistent.
2. an inconsistent thing, action, remark, etc.

inconsistency

/ ˌɪnkənˈsɪstənsɪ /

noun

1. lack of consistency or agreement; incompatibility
2. an inconsistent feature or quality
3. logic
   1. the property of being inconsistent
   2. a self-contradictory proposition

Word History and Origins

Origin of inconsistency¹

First recorded in 1640–50; in- ³ + consistency

Example Sentences

Verifying ballots includes comparing the number cast with the number of active voters; removing, unfolding and examining every single ballot for tears, stains or other damage; and documenting and investigating any inconsistencies.

From BBC

Despite health officials’ arduous efforts to track human infections, surveillance is marred by delays, inconsistencies, and blind spots.

From Salon

That stretch had done a number on Moss and the Trojans, his strong start to the season descending into sudden inconsistency that the rest of the team seemed to mirror.

From Los Angeles Times

At the time, Israel's foreign ministry had accused Amnesty of recycling "lies, inconsistencies, and unfounded assertions that originate from well-known anti-Israeli hate organisations".

From BBC

Masisi also said that the arguments Khama has been using against the government and his leadership have been “a litany of inconsistencies”.

From BBC

Related Words

• deviation
• difference
• disagreement
• disparity
• divergence
• inequality
• paradox