incongruous
adjective | /incongruous/
not proper, suitable, or in harmony; not appropriate for a particular occasion or situation
incongruous
adjective | /incongruous/
Advanced WordsMEDIUMnot proper, suitable, or in harmony; not appropriate for a particular occasion or situation
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Examples
"The bright neon sign looked incongruous against the old stone church."
"His casual attire was incongruous at the formal banquet."
Mnemonic Trick
INCONGRUOUS → IN + CONGRU (group) — not fitting with the group or context.
Etymology
From Latin incongruus “not agreeing.”
Used for things that do not fit or are out of place.
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