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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shrill
[Adjective]
having a sharply high-pitched, harsh sound
Ex: The emergency siren wailed with shrill pitch , alerting residents to take cover .
clanging
[Adjective]
having a loud, sharp, and resonant sound, often characterized by the collision or striking of metal objects
raucous
[Adjective]
(of a sound) loud, harsh, and unpleasant to the ears
Ex: Despite raucous cheers from the crowd , the team lost the game .
blaring
[Adjective]
producing a loud, harsh, and intense sound, often characterized by its overwhelming volume and piercing quality
jangling
[Adjective]
producing a harsh, discordant sound, often characterized by a series of clashing or clinking noises
susurrous
[Adjective]
having a murmuring sound, like that of whispering or the wind through leaves
Ex: In the classroom , the only sound was susurrous scratching of pencils on paper .
sibilant
[Adjective]
(of a speech sound) having a hissing or hushing effect, as in "s," "sh," or "z"
Ex: sibilant sound of the breeze through the leaves was calming .

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