noun
a difference between things that should agree or match
The report contains several inconsistencies.
Common phrases & grammar
an inconsistency in the data · point out an inconsistency
American English
How to pronounce inconsistency
nounB2
ihnknSIHStnsee
/ˌɪn.kn̩ˈsɪs.tn̩.si/
5 syllables · Stress the third syllable.
a difference between things that should agree or match
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
noun
a lack of steadiness, so something does not happen in the same way each time
The team's inconsistency has cost them several games.
Common phrases & grammar
inconsistency in performance · inconsistent results
Related words & forms
The plural changes -y to -ies: inconsistency → inconsistencies.