konsequent

consistently, resolutely

adverb kon-ze-KVENT Rare

Origin: from Latin 'consequens'

Usage Note

Konsequent used as an adverb emphasises acting in a systematic, unwavering manner in line with one's principles or plan. Sie handelt konsequent suggests disciplined consistency. In German it does not carry the English sense of 'consequential' (which is folgenreich).

Examples

"Er trainiert konsequent jeden Morgen, bei jedem Wetter."

Natural Translation

He trains consistently every morning, in any weather.

Literal Translation

He trains consistently every morning, in every weather.

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