Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
inconcinnity
noun
/ˌɪn.kənˈsɪ.nə.ti/
Definition
The quality of being awkward or lacking harmony in structure or design.
Examples
- The inconcinnity of the building’s facade drew criticism from architects.
- Her speech was filled with inconcinnity, making it hard for the audience to follow her points.
- Despite its inconcinnity, the artwork conveyed a powerful message.
Meaning
Inconcinnity refers to a lack of elegance or smoothness in the arrangement of parts or elements, often resulting in an uncomfortable or jarring effect.
Synonyms
- awkwardness
- clumsiness
- discordance
- dissonance