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- [kong-groo-uh s]
- /ˈkɒŋ gru əs/
- /ˈkɒŋ.ɡrʊəs/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [kong-groo-uh s]
- /ˈkɒŋ gru əs/
Definitions of congruous word
- adjective congruous corresponding or agreeing 3
- adjective congruous suitable; appropriate 3
- abbreviation CONGRUOUS congruent 3
- adjective congruous corresponding to what is right, proper, or reasonable; fitting; suitable; appropriate 3
- adjective congruous exhibiting harmony of parts. 1
- adjective congruous appropriate or fitting. 1
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Origin of congruous
First appearance:
before 1590 One of the 37% oldest English words
1590-1600; < Latin congruus, equivalent to con- con- + gru- (see congruent) + -us -ous
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Parts of speech for Congruous
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
congruous popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 69% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 55% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
congruous usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for congruous
adj congruous
- congruent — If one thing is congruent with another thing, they are similar or fit together well.
- accordant — in conformity or harmony
- appropriate — Something that is appropriate is suitable or acceptable for a particular situation.
- apt — An apt remark, description, or choice is especially suitable.
- becoming — A piece of clothing, a colour, or a hairstyle that is becoming makes the person who is wearing it look attractive.
adjective congruous
- corresponding — parallel; equivalent
- suitable — such as to suit; appropriate; fitting; becoming.
Antonyms for congruous
adj congruous
- incongruous — out of keeping or place; inappropriate; unbecoming: an incongruous effect; incongruous behavior.
- unharmonious — marked by agreement in feeling, attitude, or action: a harmonious group.
- unsuitable — not suitable; inappropriate; unfitting; unbecoming.
- unfitting — suitable or appropriate; proper or becoming.
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