Incompatibility

Pronunciation: /ˌɪnkəmˌpætəˈbɪləti/

Definitions of incompatibility

noun a condition in which two things are not able to exist or work together

Example Sentences

A1 I don't understand the incompatibility between the two software programs.

A2 There seems to be an incompatibility issue with the new printer and my computer.

B1 The incompatibility between their personalities caused tension in the workplace.

B2 The incompatibility of their schedules made it difficult for them to spend time together.

C1 The incompatibility of their values ultimately led to the end of their relationship.

C2 The incompatibility of their goals made it impossible for them to work together effectively.

adjective incompatible

Example Sentences

A1 The incompatibility of the software caused the system to crash.

A2 There was an incompatibility issue between the new printer and the old computer.

B1 The incompatibility of their schedules made it difficult for them to meet up.

B2 The incompatibility between their personalities led to constant arguments.

C1 The incompatibility of their values eventually led to the end of their relationship.

C2 The incompatibility of their goals made it impossible for them to work together effectively.

Examples of incompatibility in a Sentence

formal The incompatibility between the two software systems caused the data transfer to fail.

informal Their incompatibility with each other was evident from the start.

slang Their relationship ended due to their incompatibility.

figurative The incompatibility of their personalities created tension in the workplace.

Grammatical Forms of incompatibility

• past tense: incompatibility
• plural: incompatibilities
• comparative: more incompatible
• superlative: most incompatible
• present tense: incompatibility
• future tense: will be incompatible
• perfect tense: has been incompatible
• continuous tense: is being incompatible
• singular: incompatibility
• positive degree: incompatible
• infinitive: to be incompatible
• gerund: incompatibility
• participle: incompatible

Origin and Evolution of incompatibility

First Known Use: 1425 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'incompatibility' originated from the Latin word 'incompatibilis', which is a combination of 'in-' (not) and 'compatibilis' (compatible).

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the 15th century to describe the state of being unable to exist or work together harmoniously, the word 'incompatibility' has evolved to also encompass the idea of conflicting characteristics or qualities that prevent agreement or cooperation.