jangling
/ˈdʒæŋɡlɪŋ/
VERB
1. Make a rattling metallic sound
To produce a series of sharp, irregular, or ringing sounds, especially when metal objects strike or vibrate against one another.
1.1. Metallic objects making noise
Producing repeated metallic sounds as objects such as keys, chains, or bells strike or shake against one another.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- silencing
- quieting
- hushing
Examples
- The keys were jangling in his pocket as he walked down the street.
- The wind chimes kept jangling in the strong breeze.
Related Words
- bonging
- dinging
- pinging
- tolling
- resounding
- reverberating
1.2. Producing harsh or discordant sounds
Making loud, unpleasant, or dissonant noises that clash rather than blend harmoniously.
Synonyms
- clashing
- clattering
- cacophonous
- discordant
- dissonant
- grating
- strident
- jarring
Antonyms
- harmonious
- melodious
- harmonizing
- tuneful
- euphonious
Examples
- The jangling sounds of the old machinery filled the workshop.
- A jangling mixture of bells and horns echoed through the crowded street.
Related Words
VERB
2. Cause something to make a rattling metallic sound
To cause an object or group of objects to produce a series of ringing, clinking, or rattling sounds.
2.1. Making objects ring or rattle
Shaking or moving objects so that they strike against one another and produce metallic noises.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- silencing
- quieting
- muffling
Examples
- He was jangling the keys to attract the dog's attention.
- The child kept jangling the bells attached to the toy.
Related Words
- shaking
- tinkling
- dinging
- pinging
VERB
3. Irritate or disturb
To cause someone to feel irritated, nervous, or mentally unsettled.
3.1. Causing nervousness or unease
Disturbing someone's nerves or making them feel tense, anxious, or unsettled.
Synonyms
- unsettling
- unnerving
- rattling
- disturbing
- agitating
- disconcerting
Antonyms
- calming
- soothing
- reassuring
- comforting
Examples
- The constant noise was jangling her nerves while she tried to work.
- The unexpected announcement left his nerves jangling.
Related Words
- alarming
- upsetting
- disquieting
- disconcerting
3.2. Causing irritation or annoyance
Producing an unpleasant effect that irritates, annoys, or grates on someone's feelings.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- pleasing
- soothing
- comforting
- satisfying
Examples
- The repetitive buzzing was jangling his nerves.
- The harsh, repetitive sound became increasingly jangling.
Related Words
- provoking
- displeasing
- exasperating
VERB
4. Quarrel or argue verbally
To engage in a verbal disagreement or exchange angry words with another person.
4.1. Engaging in verbal disputes
Arguing or exchanging hostile words with someone over a disagreement.
Synonyms
- quarreling
- arguing
- bickering
- wrangling
- squabbling
- disputing
Antonyms
- agreeing
- concurring
- reconciling
- cooperating
Examples
- The two neighbors were jangling over a disagreement about their property boundaries.
- The colleagues spent the afternoon jangling about the proposed changes.
Related Words
- clashing
- contending
- quibbling
- sparring
NOUN
5. A harsh or rattling sound
A series of sharp, metallic, or discordant sounds produced by objects striking or vibrating against one another.
5.1. Metallic rattling or ringing sounds
A collection of irregular metallic noises, such as the sound of keys, chains, or bells moving against one another.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- silence
- quiet
- stillness
Examples
- The jangling of keys broke the silence in the hallway.
- She could hear the jangling of bells as the horse approached.
Related Words
- clangor
- din
- cacophony
- reverberation
- discord