Jarring (Adjective)

Meaning

Making or causing a harsh and irritating sound; "the jarring noise of the iron gate scraping on the sidewalk".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

• The sound of fingernails scraping on a chalkboard made a jarring noise that sent shivers down her spine.
• The jarring screech of the train wheels on the tracks caused many passengers to cover their ears.
• As the two metal pieces rubbed together, a jarring squeak echoed through the empty hallway.
• The sudden jarring crash of cymbals in the music made it difficult to focus on the rest of the melody.
• The construction site was filled with jarring beeps of the heavy machinery and trucks navigating through the area.