Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

jarring-note

noun

/ˈdʒär.ɪŋ noʊt/

Definition

A sudden, discordant sound that is unpleasant to the senses.

Examples

The jarring note of the alarm startled everyone in the room.
His comment came as a jarring note in an otherwise pleasant conversation.
The jarring note in the symphony made the audience uncomfortable.

Meaning

The term ‘jarring note’ typically refers to a sound that disrupts harmony or creates a sense of discomfort. It can be used literally, in relation to music or noise, or figuratively, in relation to situations or statements that contrast sharply with their surroundings.