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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Adjective

The amendment, reviewed by The Times, contained conflicting language.

— Alene Tchekmedyian, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026
Taken together, the lack of clarity surrounding his disappearance last season, the pre-draft reporting, and the conflicting expectations surrounding his current injury have naturally raised questions about his latest absence.

— Bobby Burack OutKick, FOXNews.com, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of conflicting

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This time around, both teams are coming in after inconsistent regular seasons, but both have been much better over the last five weeks.

— Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026
The association with the Human Rights Campaign could create more confusion about Talarico’s stance on the medical issue, as his position has come into question through his inconsistent comments.

— Hudson Crozier, The Washington Examiner, 21 Oct. 2026

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