Incongruous

[in-kong-groo-uhs]

adjective

1. not in harmony or keeping with the surroundings or other aspects of something; out of place; incompatible

Examples of incongruous in a sentence:

• The comedian’s dark jokes seemed incongruous with the lighthearted atmosphere of the party.
• The modern architecture of the building appeared incongruous in the historical city center.

 

DID YOU KNOW

Incongruous originates from the Latin word incongruus, meaning “not in agreement.” Something described as incongruous stands out as being incompatible or out of place within a particular context or environment. It highlights a lack of harmony or coherence. Recognizing incongruities can help identify disparities or inconsistencies and foster a better understanding of the interactions between different elements.

 

WORDS RELATED TO INCONGRUOUS

 

discordant

incompatible

jarring

inharmonious

mismatched

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