Earsplitting
(adjective)
Extremely loud; causing pain or discomfort to the ears.
Origin:
From the phrase "ear splitting", meaning so loud as to cause pain or discomfort to the ears.
Examples:
- The music at the concert was earsplitting, making it difficult to have a conversation.
- The fireworks were so earsplitting that my ears are still ringing.
- The thunder was earsplitting, making me jump in my seat.
- The screeching brakes on the train were earsplitting, causing everyone on the platform to cover their ears.
- The jackhammer outside my window was earsplitting, making it impossible to sleep.