Cacophonous
(adjective)
- Having a harsh, unpleasant, or discordant sound.
- Lacking harmony or unity of sound.
Origin:
Late latin cacophōnus, from greek kakophōnos, from kak- + phōnē voice.
Examples:
- The cacophonous noises of the construction site kept her awake all night.
- The singer's cacophonous performance was met with boos and jeers.
- The cacophonous music made his head hurt.
- The cacophonous shouting from the protesters filled the streets.
- The cacophonous mix of car horns, sirens, and shouting was overwhelming.