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inconsistent response

[ɪn.kən.sɪs.tənt rɪ.spɑːns]
nounpl: inconsistent responses
resposta inconsistente
1. A reply or answer that contradicts previous statements, lacks logical coherence, or does not align with established facts or patterns
The witness gave an inconsistent response during cross-examination, contradicting his earlier testimony.
A testemunha deu uma resposta inconsistente durante o contrainterrogatório, contradizendo seu depoimento anterior.
2. A reaction that varies unpredictably or fails to follow a consistent pattern
The system's inconsistent response times made it difficult to optimize performance.
Os tempos de resposta inconsistentes do sistema tornavam difícil otimizar o desempenho.
NYC Slang
wishy-washy answer; flip-flopping response
Synonyms
contradictory responseconflicting responsevariable responseerratic answerincoherent reply
Antonyms
consistent responsecoherent responsereliable answeruniform response

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resposta inconsistente
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
resposta contraditória
Alternative, emphasizing contradiction
Portugal
resposta incoerente
Preferred term emphasizing lack of coherence

Related Idioms & Phrases

speak out of both sides of one's mouth
blow hot and cold
change one's tune
give mixed signals
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