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incongruity

noun

/ˌɪnkənˈɡruːəti/

Meaning

The state of being inconsistent or out of place.

The incongruity of his cheerful mood during the funeral shocked everyone.

inconsistency, discrepancy, mismatch, absurdity

consistency, harmony, congruity

incongruity of behavior, sense of incongruity, striking incongruity

The ability to produce a desired or intended result; effectiveness.

adventurous courage; willingness to take risks

a large piece of woolen or similar material used as a covering for warmth

A state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances.

A punishment imposed for breaking a law, rule, or contract.

A thin layer or covering spread over a surface.