Discordant
(adjective)
Conflicting, inconsistent, or clashing in nature, character, or quality; producing a harsh and unpleasant combination of sounds.
Origin:
From the latin discordans, from dis-, meaning "apart," and cordis, meaning "heart.".
Examples:
- The discordant notes of the brass section ruined the otherwise beautiful performance.
- The discordant ideas of the two political parties made it impossible to find common ground.
- The discordant colors of the room made it look chaotic and cluttered.
- The discordant policies of the two governments caused tension between the two countries.
- The discordant emotions of the two lovers made it difficult for them to find happiness together.