as in noise
loud, confused, and usually inharmonious sound
the cacophony of a pet store full of animals
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Recent Examples of cacophony
Pinky Swear Pinky Swear is the zany love child of a contemporary art gallery and a groovy cocktail lounge—think the multisensory cacophony of the immersive art experience Meow Wolf.
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Andrea Strong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 Feb. 2026
It can also be used for wet and dry ingredients, eliminating the need for a whole cacophony of measuring cups cluttering the kitchen.
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
Frady is voluntarily subjected to a disturbing reel of still images and text, juxtaposed and remixed in an overwhelming cacophony of the contradictions and impulses at the heart of America.
—James Folta, Literary Hub, 5 Feb. 2026
Patriots defenders may be expected Sunday to mimic a cacophony of various loud bird chirps near the line of scrimmage in an effort to discombobulate Darnold.
—Greg Cote
february 3, Miami Herald, 3 Feb. 2026
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Andrea Strong, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 Feb. 2026
It can also be used for wet and dry ingredients, eliminating the need for a whole cacophony of measuring cups cluttering the kitchen.
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 10 Feb. 2026
Frady is voluntarily subjected to a disturbing reel of still images and text, juxtaposed and remixed in an overwhelming cacophony of the contradictions and impulses at the heart of America.
—James Folta, Literary Hub, 5 Feb. 2026
Patriots defenders may be expected Sunday to mimic a cacophony of various loud bird chirps near the line of scrimmage in an effort to discombobulate Darnold.
—Greg Cote
february 3, Miami Herald, 3 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cacophony
Noun
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The noise disappears as the reading party begins.—
Sofia Zarran,
Miami Herald,
7 Mar. 2026
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The suit alleged the developers violated a development agreement and would bring pollution, noise and traffic to a nearby neighborhood.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The sensation of ripping through six forward gears with the LT4’s stentorian roar echoing off a canyon wall is one of the best in motoring.—
Kyle Hyatt,
Robb Report,
5 Mar. 2026
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The next roar came within 200 yards of our boat.—
Delbert L. Chears,
Outdoor Life,
5 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The sound of children playing has given way to the rattle of helium balloons clinging to the memorial for 11-year-old QueenEr’Re Reed.—
Cameron Knight,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
8 Mar. 2026
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If your current carry-on rattles, tips, or barely survives a weekend away, consider this your sign.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Sony Noise Cancelling Headphones Deal Powered by two processors and eight microphones, the Sony WH-1000XM5 give you industry-leading noise cancellation that effectively eliminates the sound of traffic, office chatter, or airplane engines.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
9 Mar. 2026
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The sound rose with laughter, casual chatter and the low hum of a crowd finally allowed to eat.—
Monti Carlo,
AJC.com,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Cacophony.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cacophony. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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