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/noʊtəbəl dɪskrɛpənsi/ · no·ta·ble dis·cre·pan·cy

noun

a significant or noticeable difference between two or more things The audit revealed a notable discrepancy between the company's reported earnings and the actual financial records.

Synonyms

significant difference marked variation appreciable disparity conspicuous inconsistency striking contrast evident mismatch obvious divergence

Antonyms

insignificant difference minor variation slight disparity

Did you know? The phrase 'notable discrepancy' is often used in formal or technical contexts, such as auditing, science, or law, to highlight a significant difference that requires attention or explanation. It has also been used in literary works to describe the contrast between appearance and reality.

Related terms

inconsistency disparity mismatch incongruity anomaly irregularity

Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 21, 2026