noise

/nˈɔ‍ɪz/

/ˈnɔɪz/

Noise

sounds that are usually unwanted or loud

the auditory experience of sound that lacks musical quality; sound that is a disagreeable auditory experience

synonyms : dissonance

the quality of lacking any predictable order or plan

incomprehensibility resulting from irrelevant information or meaningless facts or remarks

a loud outcry of protest or complaint

electrical or acoustic activity that can disturb communication

to noise

MAIN VERB

emit a noise

synonyms : make noise

Examples

1. The closed window blocked out the noise from the street.

2. The dishwasher is making a strange noise.

3. The constant noise from the construction site vexed the residents of the neighborhood.

4. Local residents have raised concerns about late-night noise.