incompatible

Meanings

• adjective

  Unable to exist or coexist, not compatible or in harmony.

• adjective

  Not able to be combined or mixed, unsuitable.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˌɪŋkəmˈpætɪbəl/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

compatible

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Synonyms

irreconcilable

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with incompatible
incompatible , compatible , hospitable , malleable

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Variants

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incompatible , incompatibles , incompatibly , self-incompatibilities , self-incompatibility , self-incompatible

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Forms

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incompatibilities, incompatibleness, incompatibly

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Etymology

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From Latin in- 'not' + compatibilis 'able to be endured, compatible'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'incompatible' was first used in English in the 15th century.

2. In mathematics, two functions are considered incompatible if they cannot be defined on the same set of inputs.

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Related Concepts

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1. Compatibility: The ability of different elements, systems, or individuals to exist or work together harmoniously.

2. Interoperability: The ability of different systems or applications to exchange and make use of information.

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Culture

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The term 'incompatible' is often used in various contexts, such as in science, technology, and interpersonal relationships. In science, it refers to substances or elements that cannot exist together due to chemical or physical reasons. In technology, it can refer to software or hardware that cannot function together. In interpersonal relationships, it can refer to individuals or groups whose beliefs, values, or interests are fundamentally opposed.

How to Memorize "incompatible"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a puzzle piece that does not fit into another puzzle piece. This can help you remember that incompatible means not able to exist or coexist.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'incompatible' with the word 'opposites'. This can help you remember that incompatible things are fundamentally different and cannot exist together.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'In Compats Can't Coexist' to remember that incompatible things cannot exist together.

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