consist Definition and Meaning in English (consist definition)

verb
Quick Answer • Definition

Consist definition: To be composed or made up of specified elements or parts.

Definitions of Consist

  1. 1verb

    To be composed or made up of specified elements or parts.

  2. 2verb

    To have its essential nature or character in something.

Example Sentences

formal

“The committee consists of ten members.”

general

“True happiness does not consist in material possessions.”

Synonyms

Inflected Word Forms

past tenseconsisted
present participleconsisting
nounconsistency
adjectiveconsistent
adverbconsistently

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What is the meaning of Consist in English?▼
Consist definition: To be composed or made up of specified elements or parts.
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'Consist' translates to 'consist' in English. Consist definition: To be composed or made up of specified elements or parts.
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