CONSIST Meaning and
Definition
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The verb "consist" refers to the act of being composed or made up of particular elements, parts, or components. It denotes the state or quality of existing in a specific arrangement or combination. When something "consists" of certain elements, it implies that those elements are the essential components or constituents of that thing.
"Consist" often implies a physical or concrete structure, such as an object, substance, or material, and signifies the way in which these physical entities are organized or linked together to form a whole. It can also pertain to non-physical concepts or ideas that are made up of distinct features or aspects.
Additionally, "consist" can convey the idea of coherence, compatibility, or congruity among the parts or elements that make up a whole. It suggests that those components are harmoniously connected or align with one another to create a unified entity or concept.
Moreover, "consist" can include the notion of being based on or depending on something else. It implies that the existence or nature of the whole entity is reliant or contingent on the presence or characteristics of its constituent parts.
In summary, "consist" refers to the act of being composed or formed by specific elements or parts, either in a physical or abstract sense. It conveys the idea of coherence, congruity, and interdependence among those components, ultimately giving rise to a unified whole.
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To be composed of; to be made up of; to stand or be in.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of CONSIST
The word "consist" originated from the Latin word "consistere", which is a combination of "con" meaning "together" and "sistere" meaning "to stand". In Latin, "consistere" referred to various meanings including "to agree", "to be firm", or "to stand still". The term later evolved in Middle English to mean "to exist or be composed" in the 15th century, eventually adopting its modern meaning of "to be composed or made up of something" in the early 16th century.
Idioms with the word CONSIST
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consist of sm or sth
The idiom "consist of something" means to be made up or composed of certain elements, parts, or components. It implies that the whole or entirety is formed by the combination or presence of those specific things.
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consist of (something)
The idiom "consist of (something)" means to be composed or made up of certain elements or components. It implies that the mentioned elements or components are the essential parts that form a particular whole.
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consist of someone or something
The idiom "consist of someone or something" means to be composed or made up of particular elements, individuals, or components. It refers to the core composition or essential parts that make up a whole.
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consist of
The idiom "consist of" means to be formed or composed of particular elements or parts.
Similar spelling words for CONSIST
- consecrate,
- consign,
- queensized,
- consist in,
- consignee,
- concised,
- concision,
- Gonecyst,
- consociate,
- consult,
- concise,
- consociety,
- consistory,
- Consisting,
- conscious,
- Consisted,
- contest,
- nosiest,
- consequent,
- consist of,
- cosiest,
- consignor,
- congest,
- consent,
- Consiglio,
- insist,
- coziest,
- kansas city,
- concisely,
- consists,
- consigner,
- consistent.
Conjugate verb Consist
CONDITIONAL PERFECT
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE
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CONDITIONAL PRESENT
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FUTURE
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FUTURE CONTINUOUS
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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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IMPERATIVE
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PAST CONTINUOUS
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PAST PARTICIPLE
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PRESENT
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PRESENT CONTINUOUS
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PRESENT PARTICIPLE
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