discrepancy (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /dɪˈskrɛpənsi/
Definition
A lack of compatibility or similarity between two or more facts, figures, or situations that should be consistent.
Examples
There was a noticeable discrepancy between the witness's two statements.
The audit revealed a significant financial discrepancy in the company's accounts.
Investigators are trying to understand the discrepancy between the evidence and the suspect's alibi.
How to Use discrepancy
- discrepancy between X and Y (prepositional phrase)
- A difference found when comparing two specific items. — "There's a discrepancy between the stated goals and the actual results."
- discrepancy in (prepositional phrase)
- A difference found within a particular area or set of data. — "The auditor found a discrepancy in the company's financial statements."
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