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DISSONANT

(adj.sat, adj.)

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There are 4 meanings of the word Dissonant.

Dissonant - as an adjective satellite

Characterized by musical dissonance; harmonically unresolved

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
unresolved14

Lacking in harmony

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
discordant14disharmonious19inharmonic17

Not in accord

Example: "Desires at variance with his duty"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
at variancediscrepant15

Dissonant - as an adjective

Exhibiting dissonance; not agreeing or harmonizing.

Example: "The music was filled with dissonant chords."

Example Sentences

"The dissonant music made my ears hurt."
"The dissonant voices in the room made it hard to concentrate."
"Her dissonant opinions clashed with those of her peers."
"The dissonant colors of the painting created a chaotic atmosphere."
"The dissonant notes in the melody created a sense of tension."
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Word Game Points

Is DISSONANT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, dissonant is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DISSONANT has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is DISSONANT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dissonant is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DISSONANT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is DISSONANT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dissonant is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DISSONANT has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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