discrepancy discrepancy /dɪˈskrɛpənsi/

noun

1. () A difference between conflicting facts, claims or opinions  ( divergence , variance , disagreement , discrepancy )
   a difference between conflicting facts, claims or opinions
    A growing divergence of opinion
   a growing divergence of opinion
   
2. () An event that departs from expectations  ( variance , variant , discrepancy )
   an event that departs from expectations