strident

Vocabulary Word

Definition

The term 'strident' can be used to describe a loud, harsh, or unpleasant noise, such as a car horn or a stressed voice. It can also describe a person who is aggressively insistent in expressing their opinions.

Examples in Different Contexts

In tech debates, 'strident' criticisms can polarize discussions. A tech forum moderator might note, 'While open debates are encouraged, please refrain from strident comments that might derail constructive conversation.'

Practice Scenarios

Tech

Scenario:

During the sound test, there was a certain harshness in the audio output. We might need to fine-tune the equalization.

Response:

I agree, the audio was notably strident during the test. Let's examine the equalizer settings to rectify this issue.

Creative

Scenario:

This character's dialogue might need softening. The intensity of their interactions has started to jar against the overall tone of the piece.

Response:

Let's revisit this dialogue then. We don't want the character to appear overly strident and off-putting to the reader.