discrepancy
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
A difference between two things that are supposed to match.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
inconsistency
mismatch
Antonyms
agreement
consistency
Usage notes
"Discrepancy" is common in accounting and reporting, describing numbers that should match but don't.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "There was a _____ between the two witnesses' accounts of the accident."
Answer: discrepancy
In your own words, what does "discrepancy" mean?
A difference between two things that are supposed to match.
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