Definition

To be made up of or composed of certain parts or elements.

Example

The committee consists of five members from different departments.

Conversation

What do you think the city will consist of in the future?

I imagine it will consist of more green spaces and parks.

Yeah, that would be great! Right now, it mostly consist of tall buildings and busy streets.

Exactly, a balance of nature and urban life would be ideal.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The makeup or composition of something, referring to the different parts or elements that make it up.

Example

The consist of the train included several freight cars and a locomotive.

Conversation

Have you ever wondered what the main ingredients of this dish consist of?

Yeah, it’s interesting to learn about the composition of food.

I think it’s mostly about the spices and vegetables that really make it special.

Root Explanation

Consist → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "sistere" (meaning to stand). The word "consist" means to stand together or to be composed of certain elements.

Memory Tip

Think of things 'standing together' — 'con-' means together, and 'sistere' means to stand.

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