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inconsistent method

[ɪnkənˈsɪstənt ˈmeθəd]
nounpl: inconsistent methods
método inconsistente
1. A procedure or approach that does not follow uniform principles, lacks coherence, or produces contradictory results
The team's inconsistent method for quality control led to product defects.
O método inconsistente da equipe para controle de qualidade resultou em defeitos nos produtos.
2. In mathematics or science, a system or technique that yields varying or contradictory outcomes when applied to similar conditions
The researcher's inconsistent method produced unreliable data.
O método inconsistente do pesquisador produziu dados pouco confiáveis.
Synonyms
unreliable methodcontradictory approachincoherent procedureerratic technique
Antonyms
consistent methoduniform approachcoherent procedurereliable technique

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
método inconsistente
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
método inconsistente
Common in business and academic contexts
Portugal
método inconsistente
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

all over the place
hit or miss
flying by the seat of one's pants
method to the madness
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