Dissonance Definition & Meaning
dissonance
- noun
- a conflict of people's opinions or actions or characters
- the auditory experience of sound that lacks musical quality; sound that is a disagreeable auditory experience; "modern music is just noise to me"
- disagreeable sounds
"Dissonance" in song lyrics
See how dissonance is used in real songs:
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"acculturative dissonance"
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"acknowledged ludonarrative dissonance"
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"cognitive dissonance"
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Words that rhyme with dissonance
Usage tips for "dissonance"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "dissonance" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for dissonance to find words that pair well.