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consist

/kən'sɪst/

Synonyms of consist Antonyms of consist Examples of consist Usage of consist Parts of consist Definition that contains consist Words sounding like consist Explanation of consist

verb
be composed of
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"What does this dish consist of?"

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comprise

type of:
be
verb
originate (in)
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dwell lie lie in

type of:
be exist
verb
be consistent in form, tenor, or character; be congruous
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"Desires are to be satisfied only so far as consists with an approved end"

type of:
agree jibe match tally check correspond fit gibe
verb
have its essential character; be comprised or contained in; be embodied in
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"The payment consists in food" "What does love consist in?"

type of:
be

Examples of consist

"What does this dish consist of?"
"Desires are to be satisfied only so far as consists with an approved end"
"The payment consists in food"
"What does love consist in?"