Inconsequent — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /(ˌ)in-ˈkän(t)-sə-ˌkwent/ in·con·se·quent

Meaning & Definition of Inconsequent

Inconsequent (adjective)

  1. lacking reasonable sequence, illogical
  2. inconsecutive
  3. inconsequential

Inconsequent (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. not using or following good reasoning

    "presents an inconsequent argument for a major reversal in the nation's policy on narcotics"

    similar: fallacious, illegitimate, illogical, inconsequential, invalid, irrational, nonrational, unreasonable, unreasoning, unsound, weak
    related: eristic, misleading, sophistic, specious, half-baked, ill-advised, misguided, unconsidered, unreasoned, inconsistent, absurd, asinine, foolish, meaningless, nonsensical, preposterous, reasonless, senseless, silly, Kafkaesque, odd, peculiar, strange, surreal, unusual, weird, insane, mad, nutty, wacky, disordered, disorganized, rambling, random, unconvincing, inexplicable, unaccountable, unexplainable
    opposite: logical, rational, reasonable, sound, valid, well-founded, well-grounded
    near: commonsense, sane, sensible, sober, wise, enlightened, informed, just, justified, reasoned, ordered, organized, clear, cogent, compelling, convincing, credible, persuasive, plausible, satisfying, solid, certain, sure, true, confirmed, corroborated, demonstrated, established, substantiated, validated

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Inconsequent

The most common words with a similar meaning to Inconsequent:

fallacious, illegitimate, illogical, inconsequential, invalid, irrational, nonrational, unreasonable, unreasoning, unsound, weak

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Inconsequent

Words with the opposite meaning of Inconsequent:

logical, rational, reasonable, sound, valid, well-founded, well-grounded

Related Words for Inconsequent

eristic, misleading, sophistic, specious, half-baked, ill-advised, misguided, unconsidered, unreasoned, inconsistent, absurd, asinine, foolish, meaningless, nonsensical, preposterous, reasonless, senseless, silly, Kafkaesque, odd, peculiar, strange, surreal, unusual, weird, insane, mad, nutty, wacky

Near Antonyms of Inconsequent

commonsense, sane, sensible, sober, wise, enlightened, informed, just, justified, reasoned, ordered, organized, clear, cogent, compelling, convincing, credible, persuasive, plausible, satisfying, solid, certain, sure, true, confirmed, corroborated, demonstrated, established, substantiated, validated

Word Forms of Inconsequent

Derived words: inconsequently (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Inconsequent

Late Latin inconsequent-, inconsequens, from Latin in- + consequent-, consequens consequent

First known use: 1579

Frequently Asked Questions about Inconsequent

What does "Inconsequent" mean?

"Inconsequent" means lacking reasonable sequence, illogical. As an adjective, it is defined as: lacking reasonable sequence, illogical.

What is another word for "Inconsequent"?

Other words for "Inconsequent" include fallacious, illegitimate, illogical, inconsequential, invalid, irrational, nonrational and unreasonable. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Inconsequent" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Inconsequent"?

There are 49 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Inconsequent". Common alternatives include fallacious, illegitimate, illogical, inconsequential, invalid, irrational, nonrational, unreasonable, unreasoning and unsound.

What is the opposite of "Inconsequent"?

Antonyms of "Inconsequent" include logical, rational, reasonable, sound, valid, well-founded and well-grounded. Near antonyms include commonsense, sane, sensible and sober.

How do you use "Inconsequent" in a sentence?

Examples of "Inconsequent" in a sentence: "presents an inconsequent argument for a major reversal in the nation's policy on narcotics".

Is "Inconsequent" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Inconsequent" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Inconsequent"?

"Inconsequent" is pronounced /(ˌ)in-ˈkän(t)-sə-ˌkwent/ and divided into syllables as in·con·se·quent.

What is the origin of the word "Inconsequent"?

"Inconsequent" comes from Late Latin inconsequent-, inconsequens, from Latin in- + consequent-, consequens consequent. First known use: 1579.