Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
incongruities
Noun
/ˌɪn.kɒŋ.ɡruː.ɪ.tiz/
Definition
The state of being incongruous; lack of harmony or agreement.
Examples
- The incongruities between the two reports raised questions about their credibility.
- Her cheerful demeanor was full of incongruities given the serious situation.
- The film humorously displayed the incongruities of modern life.
Meaning
Incongruities refer to instances where things do not match or are inconsistent with each other. It often highlights a mismatch between expectations and reality.
Synonyms
- inconsistencies
- discrepancies
- mismatches
- conflicts
- discordances