Vocabulary lesson 13
Definitions and samples
- consistent (adj.) someone who is consistent always behaves in the same way, has the same attitudes towards people or things, or achieves the same level of success in something.
– His experience in a pro-style offense and consistent production boost his stock.
- coherence (n.) the quality of a logical or orderly relationship of parts; consistency; unity
– Like dreams, they have a coherence that is easily bruised by interpretation.
- adept (adj.) extremely skilled
– When you see a range of his work you realize how adept he was at handling paint.
- data (n.) facts; information
– Mixed economic data has helped keep stocks hemmed into a trading range recently.
- persevere (v.) to keep going, despite obstacles or discouragement; to maintain a purpose
– It is important to persevere and continue to search out the right opportunities.