congruence (C2)

noun

Pronunciation: ˈkɒŋɡruəns

Definition

The state of being in agreement, harmony, or correspondence.

Examples

• The committee ensured there was total congruence between the new policy and existing labor laws.

• Psychologists often look for congruence between a person's self-image and their actual behavior.

• The geometric proof relies on the congruence of the two triangles to establish their identical area.

Synonyms of congruence

Words with a similar meaning to congruence:

• fit
• harmony
• consistency
• correspondence

Antonyms of congruence

Words with the opposite meaning to congruence:

• inconsistency
• discord

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