Dissonant
/ˈdɪsənənt/adjective
Not in agreement or harmony.
They were dissonant voices among the team members
Often appears as...
- dissonant voices
- dissonant elements
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Agreement Conflict
Use 'dissonant' to describe opposing ideas or opinions within a group.
Their political views were dissonant, leading to heated debates.
Pro Tip 2/3Harmony Misalignment
'Dissonant' implies a lack of harmony or unity, often creating tension.
The team's goals became dissonant, disrupting their progress.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Negative
While often negative, 'dissonant' can be positive if diversity of thought is valued.
Their dissonant perspectives led to a creative breakthrough.
Compare with
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