Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stridulous
Adjective
/ˈstrɪd.jʊ.ləs/
Definition
Making a shrill or grating sound; characterized by a harsh, high-pitched noise.
Examples
- The stridulous cry of the cicadas filled the summer air.
- As the wind blew through the trees, a stridulous rustling could be heard.
Meaning
Stridulous describes a sound that is sharply and unpleasantly high in pitch, often associated with insects or certain animals.
Synonyms
- Shrill
- Grating
- Shrieking
- High-pitched
