CONGRUENT

congruent

(adjective) coinciding when superimposed

congruous, congruent

(adjective) corresponding in character or kind

Source: WordNet® 3.1

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Etymology

Adjective

congruent (comparative more congruent, superlative most congruent)

Corresponding in character; congruous

Harmonious.

(mathematics) Having a difference divisible by a modulus.

(mathematics) Coinciding exactly when superimposed.

(algebra) Satisfying a congruence relation.

Usage notes

• In mathematics, this adjective can be used in phrases like “A and B are congruent”, “A is congruent to B”, and, less commonly, “A is congruent with B”.

Synonyms

• congruous

Source: Wiktionary

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Con"gru*ent, a. Etym: [L. congruens, p.pr. of congruere: cf. F. congruent.]

Definition: Possessing congruity; suitable; agreeing; corresponding. The congruent and harmonious fitting of parts in a sentence. B. Jonson. Congruent figures (Geom.), concurring figures.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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