Cacophony
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British pronunciation/kɐkˈɒfənˌi/
American pronunciation/kæˈkɑfəni/

Definition & Meaning of "cacophony"

Cacophony
01

a blend of annoying and loud sounds

02

a literary device that uses a mixture of unpleasant, inharmonious, and harsh sounds to show disorder or chaos

What is "cacophony"?

Cacophony is a literary device where harsh, unpleasant, or clashing sounds are used to create a sense of disruption or discomfort. This often involves using sharp or grating consonant sounds that do not blend well together. For example, the phrase "The clash and clamor of the chaotic crowd" uses cacophony to convey a sense of disorder and noise. Cacophony is used to enhance the mood, reflect chaos or discomfort, and draw attention to particular aspects of a text.

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In the poem, the poet used cacophony to evoke the tumultuous emotions of the protagonist as they grappled with inner turmoil.
The cacophony of discordant voices in the novel reflected the protagonist's inner turmoil and existential crisis.
The poet used cacophony to evoke the chaos and confusion of war, with words clashing against each other like opposing armies on the battlefield.
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