Usage Note
Incohérence refers to a lack of logical or factual consistency in speech, behaviour, or a system. It is commonly used in political commentary (les incohérences d'un discours) and everyday criticism. The adjective is incohérent (e.g. un argument incohérent). Its opposite is la cohérence.
Examples
"Les journalistes ont noté plusieurs incohérences."
Natural Translation
The journalists noted several inconsistencies.
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