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Meaning of earsplitting
extremely loud and unpleasant
Etymology of earsplitting
The word "earsplitting" is derived from the phrase "to split one's ears," which was used in the 16th century to describe a loud, harsh sound that was painful to hear
The term is thought to have originated in the mid-17th century, when it was used to describe the loud, piercing sounds of artillery fire and other loud noises
Synonyms
deafening
piercing
loud
booming
thunderous
clamorous
cacophonous
discordant
shrill
screeching
ear-piercing
jarring
harsh
grating
raucous
strident
blaring
blasting
roaring
ringing
resounding
crashing
banging
clanging
clattering
rattling
dinning
shrieking
wailing
squealing
squeaking
creaking
groaning
rumbling
growling
hissing
whining
whirring
buzzing
humming
droning
booming
pounding
thumping
thudding
crashing
banging
Definitions
- Extremely loud and unpleasant to hear
- * Causing a sharp, unpleasant sensation in the ears
Usage Examples
- The earsplitting sound of the firework explosion made everyone cover their ears
- * The rock concert was earsplitting, with the lead singer's voice piercing through the crowd
- * The construction site was filled with earsplitting noises from the drilling and hammering