Strident

noun

/ˈstɹaɪ.dənt/

Word Frequency: 0.8

Definitions

1.nounOne of a class of s-like fricatives produced by an airstream directed at the upper teeth.

2.adjectiveLoud; shrill, piercing, high-pitched; rough-sounding

"The trumpet sounded strident against the string orchestra."

3.adjectiveGrating or obnoxious

"The artist chose a strident mixture of colors."

4.adjectiveVigorous; making strides

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