consistency

consistency
(亦作 consistence)
(pl. -ies)
[mass noun]

conformity in the application of something, typically that which is necessary for the sake of logic, accuracy, or fairness
一致；符合
the consistency of measurement techniques.
测量法的一致。
■the achievement of a level of performance which does not vary greatly in quality over time
前后一致；一贯；坚持
the way in which a substance, typically a liquid, holds together; thickness or viscosity
黏稠度，黏稠性；浓度；黏性
the sauce has the consistency of creamed butter.
这种沙司黏得像加过奶油的黄油。

语源

late 16th cent. (denoting permanence of form): from late Latin consistentia, from consistent- 'standing firm' (see consistent)

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