Discrepancries

/dɪˈskrɛpənsiːz/ noun

Definition

Plural form of discrepancy; multiple instances of differences, disagreements, or inconsistencies between things.

Etymology

This appears to be a variant or archaic plural of 'discrepancy.' The word comes from Latin 'discrepantia' with the suffix '-cy' added to create an abstract noun, then pluralized.

Kelly Says

This spelling is quite rare in modern English—most people would say 'discrepancies.' It shows how English spelling and word formation evolved over centuries, leaving behind older variants like fossils in our language.

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