congruous
UK: ˈkɒŋɡruəs | US: ˈkɑːŋɡruəs
adj. in agreement or harmony; appropriate or fitting
Derived from Latin congruus ("suitable, agreeing"), from congruere ("to come together, agree"). The root gru (from gruere, a variant of ruere, "to fall or rush") implies alignment or meeting at a point. Over time, congruous evolved to describe things that fit harmoniously, both literally (e.g., geometric shapes) and figuratively (e.g., ideas). The prefix con- emphasizes unity, while -ous turns it into an adjective.
The architect ensured the new wing was congruous with the building’s original style.
His actions were not congruous with his professed values.
The melody’s rhythm was congruous with the lyrics’ emotional tone.
A congruous color palette tied the entire design together.
The team’s strategy was congruous with the company’s long-term goals.