consist meaning and definition

CONSIST verb

Definition of consist (verb)

1. originate (in)
   • "The problems dwell in the social injustices in this country"
   • synonyms: dwell, lie, lie in
2. have its essential character; be comprised or contained in; be embodied in
   • "The payment consists in food"; "What does love consist in?"
3. be consistent in form, tenor, or character; be congruous
   • "Desires are to be satisfied only so far as consists with an approved end"
4. be composed of
   • "The land he conquered comprised several provinces"; "What does this dish consist of?"
   • synonyms: comprise