Definition

A lack of harmony or suitability between different parts or elements.

Example

The inconcinnity of the design made it difficult to appreciate the overall artwork.

Conversation

Did you notice the inconcinnity in her outfit today?

Yeah, the colors just didn't match at all.

Exactly! It really stood out in a bad way.

Sometimes, it's surprising how little things like that can affect the whole look.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inconcinnity is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "concinnus" (from Latin, meaning skillfully put together or elegant) and the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or quality of). The word describes the state of being not skillfully arranged or lacking harmony.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being combined with 'skillfully arranged' ('concinnus') to remember that 'inconcinnity' refers to a lack of harmony or elegance.

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