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CONGRUENT

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

Coinciding when superimposed

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

coincident (matching point for point)

identical; superposable (coinciding exactly when superimposed)

Domain category:

geometry (the pure mathematics of points and lines and curves and surfaces)

Antonym:

incongruent (not congruent)

Derivation:

congruence (the quality of agreeing; being suitable and appropriate)

Sense 2

Meaning:

Corresponding in character or kind

Synonyms:

congruent; congruous

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

harmonious (suitable and fitting)

Also:

appropriate (suitable for a particular person or place or condition etc)

Derivation:

congruence (the quality of agreeing; being suitable and appropriate)

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