Discrepant (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Not compatible with other facts.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The eyewitness's testimony was discrepant with the physical evidence collected at the crime scene.
- The company's financial reports showed a discrepant amount of revenue compared to the actual sales data.
- The new study's findings were discrepant with the established theory, causing a stir in the scientific community.
- The politician's statement was discrepant with her previous stance on the issue, leading to accusations of flip-flopping.
- The historical records showed a discrepant account of the event, contradicting the popular narrative.
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Meaning 3
Not in accord; "desires at variance with his duty"; "widely discrepant statements".
Classification
All adjective clusters.