consist

verb

1. 1

   be composed of

   The land he conquered comprised several provinces

   What does this dish consist of?

2. 2

   originate (in)

   The problems dwell in the social injustices in this country

3. 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. 4

   have its essential character; be comprised or contained in; be embodied in

   The payment consists in food

   What does love consist in?