Dissonant Definition & Meaning

dissonant
adjective
  1. characterized by musical dissonance; harmonically unresolved
  2. lacking in harmony
  3. not in accord; "desires at variance with his duty"; "widely discrepant statements"

"Dissonant" in song lyrics

See how dissonant is used in real songs:

  • "You're dissonant"
    Dujeous — Just Once

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