mindmap root((和谐)) consonant implies the absence of elements making for discord or difficulty: a motto ~ with the company's philosophy. consistent may stress absence of contradiction between things or between details of the same thing: behavior that is not ~ with her general character. compatible suggests a capacity for existing or functioning together without disagreement, discord, or interference: looking for a ~ roommate. congruent suggests a pleasing effect resulting from fitness or appropriateness of elements: modern furniture is not ~ with a colonial house. congenial implies a generally satisfying harmony between personalities or a fitness to one's personal taste: did not find the atmosphere at the bar ~. sympathetic suggests a more subtle or quieter kind of harmony: a music critic not very ~ to rock.