Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dissonant
adjective
/ˈdɪs.ən.ənt/
Definition
A term used to describe sounds that are not harmonious or that clash with one another.
Examples
- The dissonant music created an unsettling atmosphere.
- She found the dissonant opinions within the group confusing.
- In art, dissonant colors can create a striking contrast.
Meaning
Dissonant refers to a lack of harmony among musical notes or a discordant relationship among elements.
Synonyms
- discordant
- inharmonious
- clashing
- conflicting
