Definition of Dissonance
Dissonance
dis·so·nance


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A lack of harmony or consistency between two or more things.

e.g. The dissonance between the company's mission statement and its actions was striking.

(noun)
a mingling of inharmonious sounds;

e.g. There was a lot of dissonance at the first orchestra practice today because no one's violins were tuned.



Translate this Word

Select a language from the dropdown and click "Translate Now" to see this word in your preferred language.




Similar Words



Opposite Words



Related Words


Comments



English Words

 

WORD OF THE DAY