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