INCONSISTENCE Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

inconsistence

noun

Definition of inconsistence

as in error

something that is not in agreement with other information The court case was dismissed because of the inconsistence in the plaintiff's statements.

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Recent Examples of inconsistence And the main driver of the inconsistences seems to be due to contractual obligations and profits. — Jake Frederico, The Arizona Republic, 21 Apr. 2023 Very inconsistent with practices, which led to inconsistence with games. — Percy Allen, The Seattle Times, 31 July 2018 This reduces the risk of side effects such as urinary inconsistence and erectile dysfunction. — Houston Chronicle, 23 Apr. 2018 What's also surprising is how many citizens and leaders in our government are not aware of the loopholes and inconsistences in our firearms laws. — Anchorage Daily News, 22 Mar. 2018 All of these things lead to inconsistences within the lineup. — Atlanta United Fc, ajc, 8 Sep. 2017

Recent Examples of Synonyms for inconsistence

Noun

After a stellar start with just one error in 14 games, Lombard has now committed an error in six consecutive games.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Dylan Beavers drove in Mayo with a two-out single and Taveras scored on a fielding error by Lopez for a 2-0 lead.

— ABC News, ABC News, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of error

Noun

That difference was on display Wednesday in metro Atlanta when a Chinese auto parts company’s American division opened a new regional headquarters and factory.

— Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 28 Aug. 2026
The fundamental difference is that there is no longer a coronation, and the new monarch automatically becomes king upon the death of his predecessor.

— Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of difference

Noun

Testing data transfers in stages can help uncover inconsistencies early and reduce the risk of disrupting program operations.

— Paul Toomey, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2026
In the state’s final rebuttal before jurors began deliberating Monday afternoon, Clark County Chief Deputy District Attorney Marc DiGiacomo dismissed Sanft’s argument that inconsistencies in Davis’ accounts undermined the prosecution’s case.

— Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of inconsistency

Noun

Supporters point out the discrepancies between the district’s Black students and their peers.

— Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
Some of the information provided at pickup regarding the trucking company, driver, and vehicles involved contained discrepancies and is also under investigation.

— Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026