dissonance
/ˈdɪsənəns/noun
A harsh, discordant combination of sounds.
Example sentence
- “This piece makes heavy use of dissonance and syncopation.”
Featured as word of the day on February 23, 2027.
Related words
distinctCapable of being perceived very clearly.dissipateTo drive away, disperse.distortTo bring something out of shape, to misshape.dissentDisagreement with the ideas, doctrines, decrees, etc. of a political party, government or religion.distraughtDeeply hurt, saddened, or worried; distressed.disruptTo throw into confusion or disorder.