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Cacophony
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a blend of annoying and loud sounds
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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.
Example
The audience let out a cacophony of cheers and applause as the band concluded their electrifying performance.
