Want to say strident differently? Here are other words for strident and its similar synonyms and opposite words to say in unique way.
Meaning of strident
having a harsh, unpleasant, and loud quality
Etymology of strident
The word "strident" comes from the Latin "stridere", which means "to make a harsh, grating noise", and the suffix "-ent", which forms an adjective indicating a person or thing that performs the action of the verb
Historically, the word has been used to describe sounds, voices, and even personalities that are perceived as harsh, unpleasant, or grating
Synonyms
harsh
grating
shrill
discordant
cacophonous
jarring
raucous
loud
boisterous
clamorous
vociferous
blatant
ear-piercing
earsplitting
piercing
penetrating
sharp
keen
biting
acrid
acidic
acrimonious
bitter
caustic
corrosive
mordant
scathing
trenchant
abrasive
rough
coarse
crude
stridulous
raspy
hoarse
husky
Definitions
- Having a harsh, unpleasant, and loud quality, typically producing a sense of discomfort or pain
- * (of a person or their voice) having a loud, harsh, and unpleasant quality, often in a way that is intentionally attention-seeking or provocative
Usage Examples
- The strident sound of the car alarm pierced the air and woke up the whole neighborhood
- * Her strident voice cut through the noise of the crowd and demanded attention
- * The strident criticism of the government's policies sparked a heated debate