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sentence for incongruity

 

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Sentence for Incongruity

Incongruity (noun): a state of being inconsistent or lacking harmony between two or more elements.

Example sentence: The colorful clown costume worn by the serious judge created a humorous incongruity in the courtroom.

Incongruous (adjective): not in harmony or consistent with what is expected or appropriate.

Example sentence: The modern architecture of the skyscraper seemed incongruous among the old buildings of the historic town.

Incongruously (adverb): in a manner that is inconsistent or lacks harmony.

Example sentence: She giggled incongruously during the solemn funeral service.

Incongruity (literary device): the deliberate use of unexpected or contradictory elements for a humorous or dramatic effect.

Example sentence: The author employs incongruity in this novel by juxtaposing the protagonist's noble actions with his flawed character traits.

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