Shrillness (Noun)
Meaning 1
The quality of being sharp or harsh to the senses; "the shrillness of her hair color".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The shrillness of the fire alarm pierced through the silence of the morning.
- Her bright pink outfit was jarring due to its shrillness against the muted tones of the room.
- The shrillness of the singer's voice was grating, but her talent was undeniable.
- The shrillness of the sun's reflection off the icy lake made it difficult to gaze out at the view.
- The designer's intention was to create a bold look, but the shrillness of the pattern was overwhelming.
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Meaning 2
Having the timbre of a loud high-pitched sound.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.