discrepancy
/dɪsˈkɹɛpənsi/
Group 20Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (noun)
- A lack of compatibility or similarity between two or more facts GRE
Example in Context
Auditors identified a significant discrepancy between the reported revenue figures and the amounts deposited in the company's accounts.
Synonyms
mismatchgapinconsistency
Etymology
A break or separation between facts.
- dis- (Latin) — apart
- crepare (Latin) — to break
Memory Aid
⚖️Sounds like “discrep ancy”
Imagine a scale that can't balance because it keeps DISCREPANCY-ing between two wildly different weights!
Visual Association
🔍A detective with a magnifying glass, puzzled over two mismatched clues that just don't add up.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “discrepancy” mean on the GRE?
discrepancy (noun) means “A lack of compatibility or similarity between two or more facts”. Auditors identified a significant discrepancy between the reported revenue figures and the amounts deposited in the company's accounts.
How to remember “discrepancy” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “discrepancy” sounds like “discrep ancy”. Imagine a scale that can't balance because it keeps DISCREPANCY-ing between two wildly different weights!
What are synonyms for “discrepancy”?
Common synonyms: mismatch, gap, inconsistency.