konsekvent
consistent
Definition & meaning
The word konsekvent describes something or someone that is consistent, logical, or persistent in following a specific principle, rule, or pattern. It suggests a lack of contradiction and a steady adherence to a chosen path or method.
There are two primary nuances:
- Acting in accordance with one's principles or previous actions (being principled or steadfast). For example, a parent who always enforces the same rules is being konsekvent.
- Following logically from premises or occurring as a direct result (being consistent or logical). In an argument or a system, if every part aligns with the others, it is considered konsekvent.
In English, it is most commonly translated as "consistent" or "consequently" (when used as an adverb).
Grammar & Word origin
The word is an adjective in Swedish. Its forms are:
- Utrum (en-words): konsekvent
- Neutrum (ett-words): konsekvent
- Plural/Definite: konsekventa
It can also function as an adverb without changing its form (e.g., "Han handlade konsekvent" – He acted consistently).
Etymologically, it comes from the Latin word "consequens", which is the present participle of "consequi" (to follow after/to follow logically). It shares the same root as the English word "consequence".
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms: följdriktig, logisk, principfast, stadig, koherent, enhetlig
Antonyms: inkonsekvent, motsägelsefull, nyckfull, godtycklig, ologisk
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Examples
Han är alltid konsekvent när han arbetar.adjective
He is always consistent when he works.
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