consist (v.)

  1. originate (in); The problems dwell in the social injustices in this country

    [ Syn: 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?

    [ Syn: comprise ]

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