Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 8-9) - Sounds

having a sharply high-pitched, harsh sound

having a sound that is muted, subdued, or dampened

(of a sound) having tones that clash or sound unpleasant together

having a harsh or unpleasant sound

having a loud, sharp, and resonant sound, often characterized by the collision or striking of metal objects

(of a sound) so harsh and unpleasant that creates a strong sense of disturbance

producing a high-pitched, sharp sound

producing a continuous, buzzing, or humming sound

having a rough sound, often unpleasant to listen to

producing a loud, harsh, and intense sound, often characterized by its overwhelming volume and piercing quality

producing a heavy, muffled, and often repeated sound

characterized by a deep, harsh, throaty sound

to make a sudden light sound like a small explosion

to make a ringing sound, like a bell or clock

producing a harsh, discordant sound, often characterized by a series of clashing or clinking noises

to make a loud, harsh, piercing sound, like that of tires sliding on pavement

(of a sound) loud, harsh, and unpleasant to the ears