Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tinny-sound

adjective
/ˈtɪni saʊnd/
Definition
A sound that is thin, sharp, and metallic, often lacking depth or fullness.
Examples
  • The speaker produced a tinny sound that made the music unpleasant to listen to.
  • Her voice had a tinny sound over the bad phone connection.
Meaning
Tinny-sound describes an audio quality that is reminiscent of metal, typically perceived as unpleasant or unsatisfying due to its high pitch and lack of warmth.
Synonyms
  • Metallic
  • Sharp
  • High-pitched
  • Thin