congruous

adjective

ˈkäŋ-grü-əs How to pronounce congruous (audio)
Definition of congruousnext
1
as in symmetrical
having the parts agreeably related the congruous layout of the mansion's formal gardens conveys a sense of both grandeur and intimacy

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2
as in consistent
not having or showing any apparent conflict when performing his official duties, the president must be dressed in clothes that are congruous with his high position

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Recent Examples of congruous Hannah is a sustainability consultant and climate impact manager, which is congruous with an outdoor ethos and the culture around bike guiding. — Wendy Altschuler, Forbes, 3 Sep. 2024 On the pool deck, a minimalist railing acts as a congruous border to this backyard retreat. — Rachel Silva, ELLE Decor, 24 May 2023 Dripping noses, sneezes, and a stressful mission did not make for congruous relations with Mission Control. — Ben Evans, Discover Magazine, 5 Jan. 2023 To speak of the Los Angeles riots, therefore, is to speak of dozens of events involving multiple cities and counties, an overlapping but not always congruous set of memories and perspectives that do not neatly map onto one another. — New York Times, 28 Apr. 2022 And getting quantum computers to outlearn traditional machines means finding AI problems that boil down to mathematical operations congruous with quantum physics. — Quanta Magazine, 4 Feb. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for congruous
  1. symmetrical
  2. consistent
  3. balanced
  4. compatible
  5. harmonic
  6. consonant
  7. elegant
  8. pleasing
Adjective
  • Additional conflicts may arise in jurisdictions that prohibit cash customers from paying more than customers using other payment methods, a rule symmetric rounding can violate when a cash total rounds up.
    — Brian Delp, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
  • The humanoid uses only two actuator types across its body, while its arms and legs feature a symmetrical design that simplifies control, modeling, and training.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of symmetrical
Adjective
  • The overall trend is also consistent with other research showing that hypertension during pregnancy has become increasingly common.
    — Faye Chiu, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Since January, every Mental Health Board meeting has been canceled due to a lack of a quorum caused by the member’s consistent failure to attend.
    — Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of consistent
Adjective
  • The Kraken have done a fantastic job accumulating depth and building a balanced system with a priority on skill.
    — Corey Pronman, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Aim to eat a balanced lunch consisting of protein, fiber, and healthy fats.
    — Trista Chan, HEALTH, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of balanced
Adjective
  • The first term may make the second plausible, compatible or even probable, but plausibility is not identity, compatibility is not implication, probability is not necessity, and similarity of appearance is not proof of sameness of nature.
    — Hamilton Mann, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
  • From tracker-compatible passport holders to lightning-fast portable chargers, below are 10 personal safety upgrades worth shopping before your next trip—all available on Amazon, with prices starting at $6.
    — Annita Katee, Travel + Leisure, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of compatible
Adjective
  • Written on his deathbed in 1988, Feldman‘s piece reflects a final harmonic vision combining mismatched patterning of Turkish rugs and Hebraic chant.
    — Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Each line of counterpoint, each aching harmonic turn, felt like a direct transmission from some higher dimension.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 30 July 2026
Definition of harmonic
Adjective
  • The film’s treatment of Odysseus’s lies, too, seems consonant with the Ten Commandments instead of Homer’s moral worldview.
    — Luis Parrales, The Atlantic, 26 July 2026
  • But recent research found that members of the Tsimane’, a native Amazonian society in Bolivia, rate consonant and dissonant chords as equally pleasurable.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 20 May 2026
Definition of consonant
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  • Top 5 Can’t Miss A former family mansion, the elegant Villa Igiea is one of Palermo’s most opulent stays, with a history of hosting celebrities and royals during its early years.
    — Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Best Splurge At 7-feet tall, this bar cabinet is both elegant and dignified, pairing a walnut finish and forest green leather with brass hardware.
    — Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of elegant
Adjective
  • The yellow and red trim pops perfectly from the dark blue background, and there’s a pleasing colour consistency with the Adidas trefoil, the Arsenal badge and the sponsor.
    — Nick Miller, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026
  • For an aesthetically pleasing addition to your kitchen, this coffee percolator comes in four bold finishes.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of pleasing

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“Congruous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/congruous. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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