noun ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A lack of conformity. countable, nonstandard, uncountable
2. 2
   A gap in the stratigraphic record at a site, resulting from erosion having outpaced deposition over the interval in question. countable, uncountable

Synonyms

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abnormalityambiguityambivalenceantinomyasymmetrycontrariety

Antonyms

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conformity

Etymology

From un- + conformity.

Related phrases

angular unconformity

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