discrepant

/dis'krepənt/

Thân thiện

The two reports contain discrepant information about the event.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Not in agreement or harmony; inconsistent: Describes things that differ, conflict, or do not match.
   • Marked by a notable difference or contradiction: Refers to statements, facts, figures, or accounts that are incompatible.

Usage

The adjective "discrepant" is used to describe two or more items—such as pieces of information, stories, data sets, or opinions—that are not the same and cannot be reconciled. It highlights a lack of consistency or agreement. It is a formal term often used in academic, scientific, legal, or technical contexts.

Examples

• The witness gave two discrepant accounts of the event, which confused the investigators.
• There is a discrepant result between the two laboratory tests; we need to run a third.
• The financial audit revealed discrepant figures in the company's reports.

Advanced Usage

• "To be discrepant with": To be in conflict or not in accordance with something.
  • His actions were discrepant with his stated principles.

Variants and Related Words

• Discrepancy (n): A difference or inconsistency between two or more things.
  • There is a discrepancy in the inventory count.

Synonyms

• Inconsistent
• Conflicting
• Contradictory
• Divergent
• Incompatible

Antonyms

• Consistent
• Agreeing
• Harmonious
• Compatible
• Concordant

Học thuật

Adjective

1. not in accord
   • desires at variance with his duty
   • widely discrepant statements
2. not in agreement
3. not compatible with other facts

Từ đồng nghĩa

• at variance
• dissonant
• inconsistent
• incompatible