Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

strident-voice

Adjective

/ˈstraɪdənt vɔɪs/

Definition

A voice that is loud, harsh, and grating.

Examples

She delivered her speech in a strident voice that demanded attention.
His strident voice cut through the noise of the crowd, making everyone stop and listen.

Meaning

The term ‘strident voice’ describes a quality of speech that is piercing and often unpleasant to hear, typically conveying a strong emotion or opinion.