strident
|stri/dent|
/ˈstraɪ.dənt/
harsh sound
Etymology
'strident' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'stridens,' where 'stridere' meant 'to make a harsh noise.'
'stridens' transformed into the French word 'strident,' and eventually became the modern English word 'strident' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to make a harsh noise,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having a loud, harsh, and grating sound.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a loud, harsh, and grating sound.
The strident sound of the alarm woke everyone up.
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Adjective 2
presenting a point of view, especially a controversial one, in an excessively forceful way.
Her strident criticism of the policy was hard to ignore.
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Last updated: 2025/01/23 20:51