Niespójne

Niespójne is an adjective in Polish used to describe something that lacks coherence or consistency. It is typically applied to statements, arguments, narratives, theories, or data that do not fit together or contradict other information. The word is formed from the negation nie- and the base spójny, meaning coherent or consistent. The form niespójne is used with plural or neuter nouns (for example: niespójne dane), while the masculine singular is niespójny and the feminine singular is niespójna.

In everyday language, niespójne can refer to discrepancies within a single account or to inconsistencies between multiple sources. In professional contexts, it is common in fields such as journalism, research, data analysis, and logic to describe conclusions or datasets as niespójne when they fail to align or when internal contradictions arise. The term can also convey a negative assessment of credibility or reliability.

Common usages include phrases like niespójne zeznania (inconsistent testimony), niespójne dane (inconsistent data), or niespójny argument (incoherent argument). While its nuance is primarily about coherence, niespójne often implies unexplained errors, omissions, or logical gaps that undermine trust or validity.

See also: spójny, niespójność, niespójność semantyczna, sprzeczność.