cacophonous
The word “cacophonous” has 4 syllables: cac-o-pho-nous.
It's pronounced as /kəˈkɒfənəs/.
What is synonym and antonym for cacophonous?
In the thesaurus, “cacophonous” has 6 synonyms and 14 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for cacophonous along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for cacophonous
- discordant
- dissonant
- noisy
- raucous
- shrill
- unpleasant
Antonyms for cacophonous
- dulcet
- euphonious
- harmonious
- harmonizing
- mellifluous
- mellow
- melodic
- melodious
- musical
- quiet
- resonant
- sonorous
- sweet
- tuneful
Meanings of cacophonous
- adjective
- Containing, consisting of, or producing harsh, unpleasant or discordant sounds.
Example Sentences
- The bustling city streets were filled with the cacophonous sounds of honking horns and distant sirens.
- As the thunderstorm raged on, the raindrops added to the cacophonous symphony of nature's fury.
- The lively carnival was a riot of colors and a cacophonous blend of laughter, music, and cheering.
- In the crowded marketplace, the merchants' calls and the clatter of goods created a distinctly cacophonous atmosphere.
- The old factory, now abandoned, stood silent, a stark contrast to its once cacophonous production days.
On this page you'll find 20 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to cacophonous, such as: discordant, dissonant, dulcet, euphonious, harmonious, harmonizing, mellifluous.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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