incongruity

[US]/ˌɪnkɒnˈɡruːəti/
[UK]/ˌɪnkɑːnˈɡruːəti/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. lack of harmony or agreement; inconsistency; something that is not suitable or appropriate

Phrases & Collocations

sense of incongruity

ironic incongruity

emotional incongruity

jarring incongruity

visual incongruity

Example Sentences

Ironically, even as the government was fulminating against American policy, American jeans and videocassettes were the hottest items in the stalls of the market, where the incongruity can be seen as an example of human inconsistency.

The incongruity between his words and actions was striking.

There was an incongruity in her outfit for the formal event.

The incongruity of the situation made everyone uncomfortable.

The incongruity of the clown at the funeral was unsettling.

The incongruity between their beliefs caused tension in the group.

The incongruity of the modern art piece puzzled many viewers.

The incongruity between the two cultures became apparent during the exchange program.

The incongruity of her behavior in the professional setting was concerning.

The incongruity between his personality and the role he was playing was evident.

The incongruity in their communication styles led to misunderstandings.

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