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cacophony

/kækəfəni/ noun · British & US
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What does cacophony mean?

noun

A harsh, discordant sound; a mixture of loud, unpleasant noises. A lack of harmony or coherence in ideas, style, or quality.

Example

"The cacophony of car horns and sirens made it difficult to concentrate."

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