B2
consistency vs persistence
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| consistencynoun/kənˈsɪs.tən.si/ | Meaning the quality of always behaving or performing in the same way, or of having parts that agree | Goes with lack consistency | Example The team lacked consistency and lost three matches in a row. |
| persistencenoun/pərˈsɪs.təns/ | Meaning the quality of continuing to do something despite difficulty or opposition | Goes with sheer persistence | Example Her persistence paid off when she finally got the job. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
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