discrepancy
/dɪˈskrɛpənsi/
dis · crep · an · cy
dɪ · ˈskrɛp · ən · si
English Definition
n. difference; inconsistency; gap
Significado en Español
discrepancia, diferencia
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
sự khác biệt, sự mâu thuẫn
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
dis-(not) + crep(crack) + ancy→ discrepancy, inconsistency.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Select the synonym for the word: Discrepancy
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B — Difference.
“discrepancy” means n. difference; inconsistency; gap
Common questions about “discrepancy”
What does “discrepancy” mean?
discrepancy — n. difference; inconsistency; gap. In Chinese: 差异；不一致.
How do you pronounce “discrepancy”?
discrepancy is pronounced /dɪˈskrɛpənsi/. It breaks into 4 syllables: dis · crep · an · cy.
Is “discrepancy” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. discrepancy appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “discrepancy”?
dis-(not) + crep(crack) + ancy→ discrepancy, inconsistency.
