jarring
|jar/ring|
/ˈdʒɑːrɪŋ/
(jar)
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Etymology
'jarring' originates from the verb 'jar', which comes from the Middle English 'jarre', meaning 'to clash or strike'.
'jarre' transformed into the modern English word 'jar', and eventually became 'jarring' as an adjective and participle form.
Initially, it meant 'to clash or strike', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'causing a shock or being discordant'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'jar', meaning to have a harshly unpleasant or perturbing effect.
The loud music was jarring the guests.
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Adjective 1
causing a physical shock, jolt, or vibration.
The jarring sound of the alarm woke everyone up.
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Adjective 2
clashing or incongruous in a striking or shocking way.
The bright colors were jarring to the eye.
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