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incompatibly

/ˌɪnkəmˈpætəbli/
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Adjective:incompatible
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• adverb

1

In a manner that cannot exist, function, or be used harmoniously together due to fundamental differences or contradictions.

Example

"The two legacy software systems were designed so incompatibly that merging the company databases required a complete overhaul."

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• Nearby Words

incomparably
incompatibility
incompatible
incompatibly
incompetence
incompetency
incompetent

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the adjective 'incompatible' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly'. The base word derives via Middle French from Medieval Latin 'incompatibilis', combining 'in-' (not) and 'compatibilis' (sympathetic or mutually tolerant, from 'compati', meaning 'to suffer with').

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