DISCREPANT Synonyms: 39 Similar and Opposite Words

discrepant

adjective

di-ˈskre-pənt

Definition of discrepant

as in conflicting

not being in agreement or harmony widely discrepant conclusions on the impact the real estate development would have on the local environment

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Recent Examples of discrepant The same 2025 scoping review noted that being discrepant from one’s cultural beauty ideal, whatever that ideal is, remains a significant risk factor for disordered eating. — Maia Niguel Hoskin, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 There's discrepant information on crossbars, but none of the photos or setup instructions show them. — New Atlas, 13 Dec. 2025 There, an impromptu Patriot militia, farmers, teens, craftsmen, and adventurers, discrepant in character, whipped General Burgoyne’s army and threw the Brits into a tizzy. — Brian T. Allen, National Review, 4 July 2024 Brands, too, could incorporate new rules into their standards in discrepant and conflicting ways, amassing more work for suppliers. — Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 3 Sep. 2019

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Standing between the jury and a verdict are scores of hours of conflicting testimony, bitter recriminations, and a vast trove of unfiltered texts exchanged by two brilliant scientists.

— Chris Serres — Boston Globe, STAT, 16 Oct. 2026
The conflicting signals have complicated the expectations game regarding the Federal Reserve's next move.

— Alexa LoMonaco, CNBC, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of conflicting

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More problematic was the character’s heritage; he’s supposed to be half-English and half-Paraguayan, and to say Gere’s accent is inconsistent would be charitable.

— Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 16 Oct. 2026
The Packers have been inconsistent but should be able to handle their business at home.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026

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