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incongruous
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peculiar and not like what is considered suitable or appropriate for a situation
Example
The bright red dress was incongruous at the somber funeral.
Her humorous remarks were incongruous with the serious nature of the board meeting.
The modern art piece looked incongruous in the traditional setting of the antique gallery.
It was incongruous to hear such loud music in the otherwise serene library.
The loud, upbeat music was incongruous with the solemn tone of the funeral.
