cacophony

When there is a lot of noise that is unpleasant, it's called a cacophony. A cacophony can be anything from a group of people yelling angrily to a swarm of bees flying around.

  • The cacophony of the waves crashing against the shore was overwhelming.

Definition of cacophony

noun

a loud harsh or strident noise

Synonyms:

blare, blaring, clamor, din

noun

loud confusing disagreeable sounds

Nearby Words

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Example Sentences for cacophony

  • 1

    There is no mention of cacophony.

  • 2

    Cacophony is the demonstration of unpleasant music.

  • 3

    'Cacophony' is the demonstration of unpleasant phonaesthetics.

  • 4

    The cacophony clearly annoyed North.

  • 5

    This makes for a peculiar cacophony of interconnected characters.

  • 6

    I really thought cacophony was the operative word.

  • 7

    Jason Becker of Cacophony fame could be also added.

  • 8

    Insects, frogs, and birds call together in a cacophony of sound.

  • 9

    It can be a cacophony of noise around a large roosting colony.

  • 10

    A cacophony of outrage should rise from every quarter.