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reliably-consistent

|re-li-a-bly-con-sis-tent|

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/rɪˈlaɪəbli kənˈsɪstənt/

dependable uniformity

Etymology
Etymology Information

'reliably-consistent' is a compound word formed from 'reliable' and 'consistent'. 'Reliable' originates from the Latin word 'religere', meaning 'to bind fast', and 'consistent' comes from the Latin 'consistere', meaning 'to stand firm'.

Historical Evolution

'Reliable' evolved from the Old French 'reliable', and 'consistent' from the Latin 'consistere', eventually forming the modern English compound 'reliably-consistent'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'reliable' meant 'able to be relied upon', and 'consistent' meant 'standing firm'. Together, they convey a sense of dependable uniformity.

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Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

exhibiting a dependable and uniform pattern of behavior or performance.

The machine operates in a reliably-consistent manner, ensuring high-quality output.

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Last updated: 2025/03/26 15:57

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