C2
congruent vs consistent vs persistent
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| congruentadjective/ˈkɑːŋ.ɡru.ənt/ | Meaning fitting or agreeing well with something else; in math, having the same shape and size | Goes with congruent with | Example Her actions were not congruent with the values she claimed to hold. |
| consistentadjective/kənˈsɪs.tənt/ | Meaning always behaving or happening in the same way, especially in a good way, over a period of time | Goes with consistent with | Example Being consistent with exercise matters more than training very hard once a week. |
| persistentadjective/pərˈsɪs.tənt/ | Meaning continuing to try without giving up; also describes a problem that lasts a long time | Goes with persistent cough | Example If you have a persistent cough for over three weeks, see a doctor. |
Which word fits?
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