congruence

noun

con·​gru·​ence kən-ˈgrü-ən(t)s  ˈkäŋ-grü-ən(t)s 

1

: the quality or state of agreeing, coinciding, or being congruent

… the happy congruence of nature and reason …

—Gertrude Himmelfarb

2

: a statement that two numbers or geometric figures are congruent

Synonyms of congruence

• accordance
• harmony

Examples of congruence in a Sentence

little apparent congruence between her professed concern for the poor and her own extravagant lifestyle

Recent Examples on the Web

Any juxtaposition of Lee’s work in sculpture and painting will show their congruence; for Lee, the two media are simply two interchangeable methods for dealing with a single set of issues. — Barry Schwabsky, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2026

While the exit could be multi-factorial, what is known is that congruence isn't judged in a single moment. — Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026

Particularly in gender-affirming care, however, reduction of the laryngeal prominence can improve psychological well-being and body congruence for some patients. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 5 Mar. 2026

In congruence with solid fundamentals, rates are expected to drop at least another 25 basis points, with other estimates showing 2-3 cuts in 2025. — Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 5 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

congruence

noun

con·​gru·​ence kən-ˈgrü-ən(t)s  ˈkäŋ-grə-wən(t)s 

: the quality or state of having the same size and shape