strident
Pronunciation:
/ˈstɹaɪ.dənt//ˈstɹaɪ.dənt/noun
Definitions
One of a class of s-like fricatives produced by an airstream directed at the upper teeth.
adjective
Definitions
Loud; shrill, piercing, high-pitched; rough-sounding
Example: The trumpet sounded strident against the string orchestra.
Grating or obnoxious
Example: The artist chose a strident mixture of colors.
Vigorous; making strides