Definition of 'consist'

Verb

1. originate (in); "The problems dwell in the social injustices in this country"
      Synonyms: dwell lie belong 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

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