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/ˈstraɪ.dənt/
Meaning & Definition
adjective
Having a shrill, irritating quality or character; loud and harsh.
The strident alarm woke everyone in the house.
Expressing opinions or criticism in a forceful and often unpleasant way.
The strident tone of the debate made it difficult to reach a consensus.
Characterized by a high-pitched sound.
The strident cry of the seagulls filled the air.
Etymology
From Latin 'stridens', present participle of 'stridere', meaning 'to creak or screech'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
strident criticism
Criticism that is loud and defiant.
strident agenda
An agenda that is forcefully outspoken or insistent.
Related Words
stridency
The quality of being grating or harsh.
stridently
In a loud and harsh manner.
Slang Meanings
A loud and annoying way of speaking.
Her strident tone made everyone cringe.
Overly forceful in an argument or discussion.
His strident voice drowned out all opposing views.