- Today's Word
Congruity
kuhn-GROO-uh-tee
Definition
- (noun) A state of agreement, harmony, or logical consistency.
Example
There was an obvious congruity between his words and actions.
Fun Fact
Congruity is a crucial concept in mathematics, where it describes figures that match perfectly. But it extends far beyond geometry—literature, philosophy, and psychology all explore the idea that harmony and alignment create order and understanding. Aristotle’s theory of virtue ethics is based on congruity between beliefs and actions, emphasizing that a virtuous life requires consistency between what we say and what we do.
(adjective) Attractive or appealing in a sweet, innocent, or endearing way.
Her winsome smile put everyone at ease the moment she walked into the room.
From Old English wynn, meaning “joy” or “delight.”