discordant
|dis/cor/dant|
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/dɪsˈkɔːrdənt/
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/dɪsˈkɔːdənt/
lack of harmony
Etymology
Etymology Information
'discordant' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'discordant,' where 'dis-' meant 'apart' and 'cord' meant 'heart.'
Historical Evolution
'discordant' changed from the Old French word 'discordant' and eventually became the modern English word 'discordant'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'disagreeing or at variance,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
disagreeing or incongruous.
The discordant opinions led to a heated debate.
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Adjective 2
(Of sounds) harsh and jarring because of a lack of harmony.
The discordant notes of the orchestra were unsettling.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45