discrepancy

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Pronunciation 1.2 Noun 1.2.1 Quotations 1.2.2 Synonyms 1.2.3 Translations

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[edit] Pronunciation

• (RP) IPA: /dɪsˈkrɛpənsi/
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[edit] Noun

discrepancy (plural discrepancies)

1. An inconsistency between facts or sentiments.

   They found a discrepancy between the first set of test results and the second, and they're still trying to figure out why.

2. The state or quality of being discrepant.

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[edit] Synonyms

• (inconsistency): conflict, contrariety, deviation, difference, disagreement, disparity, divergence, incompatibility, inconsistency, mismatch, variance, variation, dissimilarity, anomaly
• (discrepant state): discordance, anomalous

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