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consistency

con·sis·ten·cy [ kən sístənssee ] or con·sis·tence [ kən sístənss ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. constancy: the ability to maintain a particular standard or repeat a particular task with minimal variation
Consistency is important in performing this job.

2. coherence: reasonable or logical harmony between parts
The plot lacked consistency.

3. degree of thickness or smoothness: the degree of thickness or smoothness of a mixture
Blend the mixture until it reaches the consistency of thick cream.

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