Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

stridency

noun

/ˈstrʌɪdənsi/

Definition

The quality of being strident; characterized by a loud, harsh, or grating sound.

Examples

The stridency of the alarm clock made it impossible to sleep.
Her voice had a stridency that commanded attention during the debate.
Critics often remarked on the stridency of his arguments, which sometimes overshadowed his point.

Meaning

Stridency refers to a state or quality that is sharp and often unpleasant to hear, typically characterized by a piercing or high-pitched tone. It can also describe a forceful or aggressive manner of expression.