Definition of Consist in English :

Define Consist in English

Consist meaning in English

Meaning of Consist in English

Pronunciation of Consist in English

Consist pronunciation in English

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Consist

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Verb

1. consist, dwell, lie, lie in

originate (in)

Example Sentences:
'The problems dwell in the social injustices in this country'

2. consist

have its essential character; be comprised or contained in; be embodied in

Example Sentences:
'The payment consists in food'
'What does love consist in?'

3. consist

be consistent in form, tenor, or character; be congruous

Example Sentences:
'Desires are to be satisfied only so far as consists with an approved end'

4. comprise, consist

be composed of

Example Sentences:
'The land he conquered comprised several provinces'
'What does this dish consist of?'

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.


Consist

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verb (intransitive)
1. (foll by of)
to be composed (of); be formed (of)
syrup consists of sugar and water
2. (foll by in or of)
to have its existence (in); lie (in); be expressed (by)
his religion consists only in going to church
3. 
to be compatible or consistent; accord

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Consist

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verb intransitive
1. 
to be formed or composed (of)
water consists of hydrogen and oxygen
2. 
to be contained or inherent (in something) as a cause, effect, or characteristic
wisdom does not consist only in knowing facts
3. 
to exist in harmony (with); be consistent (with)
4. 
to be characterized (by something); have its existence (in)
her “culture” consists merely in watching television
5.  Archaic
to hold together or be held together; exist (usually by some means or agent)

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Consist

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intr.v. con·sist·ed, con·sist·ing, con·sists
1. To be made up or composed: New York City consists of five boroughs. See Usage Note at include.
2. To have a basis; reside or lie: The beauty of the artist's style consists in its simplicity.
3. To be compatible; accord: The information consists with her account.

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