In a manner that is consistent, harmonious, or in agreement with something.
From consonant (Latin consonans, 'sounding together') plus -ly (Old English -lice). Originally referred to things sounding together in harmony, then extended to mean agreement generally.
The word 'consonant' comes from Latin meaning 'sound together'—so when things happen 'consonantly,' they're literally sounding together like a perfect chord!
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