incongruous — 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): /ɪnˈkɑːŋɡruəs/
Korean meaning: 어울리지 않는, 부조화의, 모순되는
Korean pronunciation: 인**캉**그뤄스
Example Sentences
- The neon pink flamingo in the elegant museum looked utterly incongruous.
- His cheerful whistling seemed incongruous with the somber funeral atmosphere.
- The heavy metal music was incongruous with the romantic candlelit dinner.
incongruous
ADJECTIVE//ɪnˈkɑːŋɡruəs//
not in harmony or keeping with the surroundings or other aspects of something
A worker's incongruous appearance disrupts the elegant ballroom dance
Con grew in fancy dining room - totally incongruous!
What seemed incongruous and ludicrous becomes truly wondrous!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'incongruus', derived from the prefix 'in-' (not) combined with 'congruus' (agreeing, suitable), which comes from 'congruere' (to come together, agree).
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📝Examples
“The neon pink flamingo in the elegant museum looked utterly incongruous.”
“His cheerful whistling seemed incongruous with the somber funeral atmosphere.”
“The heavy metal music was incongruous with the romantic candlelit dinner.”
“The modern skyscraper looked incongruous among the ancient temples.”
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