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inconsistent behavior

[/ˌɪnkənˈsɪstənt bɪˈheɪvjər/]
noun phrasepl: inconsistent behaviors
comportamento inconsistente
1. Actions or conduct that do not align with previous statements, values, or actions; lack of uniformity or predictability in behavior
His inconsistent behavior made it difficult for his team to trust him.
Seu comportamento inconsistente dificultava a confiança de sua equipe.
2. Behavior that contradicts itself or shows a lack of coherence
The manager's inconsistent behavior toward different employees created a toxic workplace.
O comportamento inconsistente do gerente com diferentes funcionários criou um ambiente de trabalho tóxico.
NYC Slang
flaky behavior; wishy-washy conduct
Synonyms
erratic behaviorcontradictory behaviorunpredictable behaviorunstable conductcomportamento erráticocomportamento contraditórioconduta imprevisível
Antonyms
consistent behaviorsteady conductpredictable behaviorcomportamento consistenteconduta estávelcomportamento previsível

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comportamento inconsistente
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
comportamento inconstante
Alternative usage, emphasizing unreliability
São Paulo
comportamento contraditório
Often used in business and professional contexts
Portugal
comportamento inconsistente
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

blowing hot and cold
having two faces
estar com a cabeça nas nuvens
ser inconstante como o vento
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