incongruent — not in harmony or keeping with the surroundings or other aspects of something
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: not in harmony or keeping with the surroundings or other aspects of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈkɑːŋɡruənt/
Example Sentences
- His cheerful whistling was incongruent with the somber funeral atmosphere.
- The flamingo lawn ornament was hilariously incongruent with their minimalist garden design.
- Her constant giggling seemed incongruent with the serious nature of the job interview.
incongruent
ADJECTIVE[/ɪnˈkɑːŋɡruənt/]
not in harmony or keeping with the surroundings or other aspects of something
His clown shoes look completely incongruent with the formal black tuxedo.
A fluent student in incongruent attire
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“His cheerful whistling was incongruent with the somber funeral atmosphere.”
“The flamingo lawn ornament was hilariously incongruent with their minimalist garden design.”
“Her constant giggling seemed incongruent with the serious nature of the job interview.”
“The medieval armor in his modern apartment was completely incongruent with the sleek furniture.”
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