Meaning & Definition of word "Consist"

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    Consist

    /kənˈsɪst/

    verb:

    • 1. to be composed or made up of.
      • Example: The committee consists of ten members.
    • 2. to have a particular nature or quality.
      • Example: Her success consists largely in her determination.
    • 3. to be contained in.
      • Example: The recipe consists of flour, sugar, and eggs.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'consistere', from 'con-' (together) + 'sistere' (to stand)

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    consist of:

    to be made up of

    consist in:

    to lie or be found in

    Related Words

    consistence:

    the degree of viscosity of a substance

    consistent:

    in agreement or harmony

    Slang Meanings of consist