Consist

Definition

Consist is a verb that refers to being composed or made up of certain elements or parts. It is commonly used to indicate the components that make up a whole.

Parts of Speech

• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /kənˈsɪst/
• Respelling: kuhn-SIST

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /kənˈsɪst/
• Respelling: kuhn-SIST

The pronunciation of "consist" is the same in both American and British English.

Etymology

The word "consist" originates from the Latin "consistere," meaning "to stand firm" or "to stand together." This Latin root combines "con-" (together) and "sistere" (to stand). It entered the English language in the late Middle Ages with meanings associated with composition and consistency.

Derivatives

• Consistent (adjective)
• Consistency (noun)
• Inconsist (verb - archaic)
• Inconsistency (noun)
• Consistently (adverb)

Synonyms

• Comprise
• Contain
• Include

Antonyms

• Exclude
• Omit
• None

Usage

The term "consist" is frequently used to describe the components of an object or idea. For example, "The team consists of five members" or "The recipe consists of basic ingredients."

Related Terms

• Composition: The makeup or arrangement of parts in a whole.
• Structure: The arrangement and organization of interrelated parts.
• Constitute: To make up or form a part of something.

Detailed Definitions

Verb

• To be made up or composed of certain elements or parts: Used to describe the makeup of an object, concept, or group.
  • Example: "The class consists of 20 students."
• To have something as its main component: Indicates a primary element or characteristic of something.
  • Example: "Her role consists mainly of managing the team."