Word of the Day: Incommensurate

Can you pronounce incommensurate?

April 23, 2026

Today’s Word Brought to You By adjective 1. Not commensurate, such as having no common measure; inadequate, disproportionate. Take Control of Hot Flashes Starting Today Hot flashes can disrupt your day — and your sleep. The good news? Small lifestyle changes can make a big difference. Learn what triggers symptoms and discover simple, effective ways to cool down, stay comfortable, and feel more like yourself again. Learn More *This content is brought to you by our sponsor, which helps keep our content free. “My stress before that meeting was incommensurate with how it actually went.” “My rent and my salary are becoming dangerously incommensurate.” “Someone’s average day is usually incommensurate with what they share on social media.” Latin, mid-17th century “Incommensurate” is best understood by contrasting it with its opposite, “commensurate.” Something that is commensurate is corresponding in size, extent, amount, or degree, or it’s equal in measure. The prefix “in-” means ... Continue Reading Do you remember these words?

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