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Cacophony

Verb / kæˈkɑ:fʌni: / Another word for cacophony — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A harsh, discordant mixture of sounds.

Synonyms & similar words

blaring clamor din blare discordance dissonance harshness jangle jarring noise racket stridency clamor clatter din uproar blare blast cacology discord disharmony cacophonic cacophonous

Example sentences

  1. The sound of the construction site was a cacophony of drilling, banging, and hammering.
  2. The band's music was a cacophony of instruments and voices.
  3. The classroom was filled with the cacophony of children talking and laughing.
  4. The traffic outside created a constant cacophony of honking horns and screeching brakes.
  5. The orchestra's performance was ruined by the cacophony of tuning instruments.

Quotes

  • The cacophony of voices had an almost physical presence in the room.
  • The cacophony of war is deafening; it drowns out reason and common sense.
  • The cacophony of the city can be overwhelming, but it's also strangely comforting.

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