Definition

The state or quality of being in harmony or agreement with something else.

Example

There was a surprising congruity between their ideas, making collaboration easy.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the congruity between our interests?

Yeah, it's interesting how we like the same movies and books.

Exactly! That congruity makes our conversations so much more enjoyable.

I agree! It's nice to connect on those levels.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Congruity → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "gruere" (from Latin, meaning to agree or to fit). The word "congruity" refers to the state of things being in agreement or harmony with one another.

Memory Tip

Think of things that fit 'together' ('con-') and 'agree' ('gruere') — that's what congruity means.

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