incompatible

[in-kuhm-pat-uh-buhl] / ˌɪn kəmˈpæt ə bəl /

ADJECTIVE

antagonistic, contradictory

Synonyms

STRONGEST

conflicting inappropriate incongruous inconsistent irreconcilable unsuitable unsuited

STRONG

uncongenial

WEAK

adverse antipathetic antipodal antithetical clashing contrary counter disagreeing discordant discrepant disparate factious inadmissible incoherent inconformable inconsonant inconstant jarring marching to a different drummer mismatched night and day offbeat opposed opposite poles apart unadapted warring whale of difference

Antonyms

STRONGEST

appropriate consistent fitting harmonious proper suitable

WEAK

compatible consonant loving suited well-matched

Example Sentences

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Why, then, does not liking Olive Garden feel incompatible with being a foodie — and so incompatible that it shouldn’t even be mentioned by name?

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

That, combined with the dishonesty evidenced by the fraud convictions, resulted in the GMC viewing Hopper's conduct as "incompatible" with the medical profession, Dudley concluded.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

This concentration of power risks creating new forms of dependency and social control incompatible with human nature and freedom.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Hollywood feels incompatible with Martel’s sophisticated, confrontational movies rooted in her country’s troubles.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

Separate languages can exist side by side for centuries without touching each other, maintaining their integrity with the vigor of incompatible tissues.

From "The Lives of a Cell" by Lewis Thomas

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