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inconsistent distribution

[/ˌɪnkənˈsɪstənt dɪstrɪˈbjuːʃən/]
nounpl: inconsistent distributions
distribuição inconsistente
1. An uneven or contradictory allocation or arrangement of something across a space, group, or time period where the pattern does not follow a uniform or logical standard
The inconsistent distribution of resources across the departments created operational challenges.
A distribuição inconsistente de recursos entre os departamentos criou desafios operacionais.
2. In statistics, a dataset where values are not evenly spread or follow conflicting patterns
The study revealed an inconsistent distribution of wealth among the population.
O estudo revelou uma distribuição inconsistente da riqueza entre a população.
Synonyms
uneven distributionirregular distributionunequal distributiondisparate distributioncontradictory distribution
Antonyms
consistent distributionuniform distributioneven distributionregular distributionequitable distribution

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
distribuição inconsistente
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
distribuição desigual
More commonly used in business contexts
Portugal
distribuição inconsistente
Standard usage; may also use 'distribuição irregular' or 'distribuição desigual'

Related Idioms & Phrases

all over the map
hit or miss
scattered to the four winds
feast or famine
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