English dictionary
consist
verbAudio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
verb
- be composed of
verb
- originate (in)
verb
- be consistent in form, tenor, or character; be congruous
verb
- have its essential character; be comprised or contained in; be embodied in
Example sentences
The land he conquered comprised several provinces
What does this dish consist of?
The problems dwell in the social injustices in this country
Desires are to be satisfied only so far as consists with an approved end
The payment consists in food
What does love consist in?