adj
incongruous
Incongruous (adj) means not similar or congruent; not matching or fitting in.
adj
1
Not similar or congruent; not matching or fitting in.
2
Of two numbers, with respect to a third, such that their difference can not be divided by it without a remainder.
Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.
Test yourself on “incongruous”
A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage
→
Etymology
From Latin incongruus, from in- (“not”) + congruus (“congruent”), equivalent to in- + congruous.
Rhymes for incongruous
See all rhymes for incongruous →Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of incongruous?
"incongruous" (adj) means not similar or congruent; not matching or fitting in.
What are the different meanings of incongruous?
"incongruous" has 2 main meanings: 1. Not similar or congruent; not matching or fitting in; 2. Of two numbers, with respect to a third, such that their difference can not be divided by it without a remainder.