Definition

Not in agreement or harmony; not suitable or fitting together.

Example

The colors of the furniture were incongruent with the overall design of the room.

Conversation

I thought the design of that new cafe was really incongruent with the old buildings around it.

I know what you mean; it sticks out like a sore thumb!

Yeah, it’s strange how they chose such a modern look in that area.

Right? It feels like they didn’t even consider the local style.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Incongruent → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "congruere" (meaning to agree or to fit together). The word describes something that does not fit together or is not in agreement.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') fitting together ('congruere') — that's why incongruent means something that does not fit or agree.

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