incongruent

adjective

in·​con·​gru·​ent ˌin-kən-ˈgrü-ənt 

(ˌ)in-ˈkäŋ-grə-wənt

: not congruent

incongruent triangles

incongruently adverb

Examples of incongruent in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Giants trading for a younger developmental quarterback rather than adding a veteran backup nevertheless remains a curiosity, since going in that direction eventually may be incongruent with the team’s original aspirations for 2026. — Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 1 Oct. 2026

Sergio tells Bryan that his designs are incongruent, and everyone has a problem with the crotch on his gown. — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2026

Organizations serving communities and issue areas incongruent with the White House’s agenda have had to make triage decisions with no warning and no safety net of their own. — Aparna Rae, Forbes.com, 19 Mar. 2026

Unusual Features Large, unusual, and incongruent features that don't fit with the property should always be avoided, Tarantino says. — Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 11 Mar. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Latin incongruent-, incongruens, from in- + congruent-, congruens congruent

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above