as in shrill
marked by or producing a harsh combination of sounds
the cacophonous chaos on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange
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Recent Examples of cacophonous
Cramming his wide screen with the comings and goings of a 24-character ensemble, Altman creates an incredible, cacophonous entertainment, equal parts comedy and tragedy, featuring terrific original songs and an unforgettable ending.
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Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 18 July 2025
Apart from the occasional timid car—and the less timid, cacophonous crows—the East Nashville community appeared to be following weather warnings and taking advantage of the cozy Friday at home.
—Kirsten Fiscus, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
As ovaries decline, hormones change, and a harmonious symphony can turn into a cacophonous noise, impacting the entire body.
—Karina Zaiets, USA Today, 30 June 2025
The market’s message and intentions are always worth debating — especially so during an intense pullback, with cacophonous policy headlines and piqued investor emotions animating the action day to day.
—Michael Santoli, CNBC, 8 Mar. 2025
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Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 18 July 2025
Apart from the occasional timid car—and the less timid, cacophonous crows—the East Nashville community appeared to be following weather warnings and taking advantage of the cozy Friday at home.
—Kirsten Fiscus, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
As ovaries decline, hormones change, and a harmonious symphony can turn into a cacophonous noise, impacting the entire body.
—Karina Zaiets, USA Today, 30 June 2025
The market’s message and intentions are always worth debating — especially so during an intense pullback, with cacophonous policy headlines and piqued investor emotions animating the action day to day.
—Michael Santoli, CNBC, 8 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cacophonous
Adjective
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Arriving in January, the California Post will be Murdoch’s transplant of his right-leaning tabloid the New York Post, replete with shrill headlines and randy gossip.—
Peter Bart,
Deadline,
11 Sep. 2025
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One option is to simply double down on the existing approach and become shriller.—
Robert G. Eccles,
Forbes.com,
11 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Jonny Greenwood’s score moves between soaring strings and dissonant piano keys, alternately soothing and anxious; a few pieces composed by Jon Brion add an ambient layer of wistfulness.—
Katie Walsh,
Twin Cities,
26 Sep. 2025
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Jonny Greenwood’s score moves between soaring strings and dissonant piano keys, alternately soothing and anxious; a few pieces composed by Jon Brion add an ambient layer of wistfulness.—
Katie Walsh,
Boston Herald,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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But early in the season, that measuring stick can be a noisy one.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
26 Sep. 2025
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Opponents say an Airbnb would create an unwelcome and noisy party vibe.—
Hope Karnopp,
jsonline.com,
25 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Adrien Broner has had yet another unpleasant moment surface online.—
Armon Sadler,
VIBE.com,
24 Sep. 2025
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My skin usually amps up oud notes in the most unpleasant way, but this formulation just works.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
19 Sep. 2025
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“Cacophonous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cacophonous. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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