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C2 Level Wordlist - Sounds

Here you will learn all the essential words for talking about Sounds, collected specifically for level C2 learners.

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CEFR C2 Vocabulary
muffled
muffled
[Adjective]

having a sound that is muted, subdued, or dampened

Ex: The distant thunder had a muffled quality, indicating the storm was still far away. 
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shrill
shrill
[Adjective]

having a sharply high-pitched, harsh sound

Ex: The shrill sound of the alarm clock jolted her awake. 
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dissonant
dissonant
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The dissonant chords in the composition created a sense of tension and unease. 
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grating
grating
[Adjective]

having a harsh or unpleasant sound

Ex: His grating laughter, a discordant symphony of annoyance, echoed through the room. 
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clanging
clanging
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The clanging of construction equipment reverberated through the construction site. 
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jarring
jarring
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The sudden crash of thunder was jarring, shaking the windows and startling everyone in the room. 
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squeaky
squeaky
[Adjective]

producing a high-pitched, sharp sound

Ex: The children's laughter filled the park, accompanied by the occasional squeaky swings. 
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raucous
raucous
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The raucous laughter from the party next door kept her awake all night. 
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whirring
whirring
[Adjective]

producing a continuous, buzzing, or humming sound

Ex: The helicopter's blades produced a distinctive and continuous whirring noise during its descent. 
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raspy
raspy
[Adjective]

having a rough sound, often unpleasant to listen to

Ex: The singer's raspy voice added a unique and gritty texture to the blues song. 
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blaring
blaring
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The blaring sirens of the fire trucks pierced the air as they rushed to the scene. 
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thudding
thudding
[Adjective]

producing a heavy, muffled, and often repeated sound

Ex: The thudding heartbeat in the suspenseful scene of the movie heightened the tension. 
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guttural
guttural
[Adjective]

characterized by a deep, harsh, throaty sound

Ex: The guttural growl of the wild animal echoed through the dense forest. 
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jangling
jangling
[Adjective]

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

Ex: With each step, the jangling keys hanging from his belt announced his presence. 
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susurrous
susurrous
[Adjective]

having a murmuring sound, like that of whispering or the wind through leaves

Ex: The susurrous sound of the wind through the trees was calming. 
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clangorous
clangorous
[Adjective]

producing a loud, harsh, and metallic sound

Ex: The clangorous sound of the bell signaled the end of recess. 
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mellisonant
mellisonant
[Adjective]

having a sweet or pleasing sound

Ex: The mellisonant melody of the song enchanted everyone in the room. 
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strident
strident
[Adjective]

loud and harsh-sounding, often causing discomfort

Ex: The strident alarm jolted everyone awake in the middle of the night. 
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mellifluous
mellifluous
[Adjective]

(of sounds) smooth, pleasant, and sweet to the ear

Ex: The mellifluous tones of the cello filled the concert hall with warmth and emotion. 
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euphonious
euphonious
[Adjective]

pleasing to the ear

Ex: The songbird's euphonious tune was a delightful start to the day. 
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clamorous
clamorous
[Adjective]

characterized by a loud and continuous noise

Ex: The clamorous applause filled the theater after the stellar performance. 
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to screech

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

Ex: The car tires screeched as the driver slammed on the brakes. 
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to chime
to chime
[Verb]

to make a ringing sound, like a bell or clock

Ex: The clock on the wall chimes every hour. 
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to purl
to purl
[Verb]

to make a murmuring or bubbling sound, often associated with the movement of water

Ex: The stream purls gently as it flows over the smooth rocks. 
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reverberation

the persistence of sound in an enclosed space after the original sound source has stopped

Ex: In the cathedral, the long reverberation time enhanced the choir's performance, creating a rich and immersive auditory experience. 
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