strident

Synonym Chooser

How is the word strident different from other adjectives like it?

Some common synonyms of strident are blatant, boisterous, clamorous, obstreperous, and vociferous. While all these words mean "so loud or insistent as to compel attention," strident suggests harsh and discordant noise.

heard the strident cry of the crow

In what contexts can blatant take the place of strident?

The words blatant and strident are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, blatant implies an offensive bellowing or insensitive loudness.

blatant rock music
a blatant clamor for impeachment

When is boisterous a more appropriate choice than strident?

While the synonyms boisterous and strident are close in meaning, boisterous suggests a noisiness and turbulence due to high spirits.

a boisterous crowd of party goers

When would clamorous be a good substitute for strident?

The meanings of clamorous and strident largely overlap; however, clamorous may imply insistency as well as vociferousness in demanding or protesting.

clamorous demands for prison reforms

When might obstreperous be a better fit than strident?

Although the words obstreperous and strident have much in common, obstreperous suggests unruly and aggressive noisiness and resistance to restraint.

the obstreperous demonstrators were arrested

When could vociferous be used to replace strident?

The synonyms vociferous and strident are sometimes interchangeable, but vociferous implies a vehement shouting or calling out.

vociferous cries of protest and outrage

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of strident Poland, which borders the Russian territory of Kaliningrad as well as Ukraine and staunch Moscow ally Belarus, has been one of the most strident members of NATO in upping defense spending and building up its military forces. William Lambers, Newsweek, 10 Mar. 2025 Multicultural sensibilities became widespread and strident. Robert W. Merry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 7 Mar. 2025 Lawmakers’ antics during Tuesday’s speech and strident culture-war stances suggest the postmortem is a long way off. Audrey Fahlberg, National Review, 6 Mar. 2025 Leaders outside academia would be wise to consider Harvard's clear and strident response closely. Dan Pontefract, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for strident
Recent Examples of Synonyms for strident
Adjective
  • Two years ago, Kash Patel emerged as a vocal critic of then-FBI Director Christopher Wray for his use of the government's fleet of private aircraft for personal travel.
    Daniel Klaidman, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2025
  • But a vocal hemorrhage forced her to cancel a month’s worth of shows, including the Grandstand.
    Ross Raihala, Twin Cities, 22 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Beyond her pioneering achievements behind the wheel, Levitt was also an inventor, a royal driving instructor, a suffragette and an outspoken writer.
    Jamie Lang, Variety, 23 Apr. 2025
  • The actor has long been an outspoken advocate for the LGBTQ+ community and particularly transgender women.
    Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 23 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • For example, secondary insomnia can develop due to issues such as chronic pain, a noisy environment, or stress about finances.
    Smita Patel, Verywell Health, 28 Apr. 2025
  • In a noisy job market, your personal brand, digital presence, and network are critical assets.
    Sho Dewan, Forbes.com, 27 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • And if the Yavin material is blatant stalling, much of it is entertaining stalling, offering some welcome dark comedy to leaven some of the heavier material elsewhere.
    Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 23 Apr. 2025
  • There must also be a clear distinction between errors made in the course of legitimate military operations and intentionally directing attacks against civilians, which is Hamas' standard practice and a blatant war crime.
    Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Apr. 2025

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“Strident.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strident. Accessed 3 May. 2025.

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