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jarring

/ˈdʒɑːrɪŋ/
jar · ring ˈdʒɑːr · ɪŋ
English Definition
adj. shocking; discordant; disturbing
中文释义
刺耳的，不和谐的
Significado en Español
discordante, chocante
한국어 뜻
불협화음의, 거슬리는
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
chói tai, khó chịu
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Example Sentence

The sudden noise was quite jarring.

突然的噪音很刺耳。

Synonyms
discordant clashing grating
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
jar (harsh sound) + ing → harsh sound, conflict
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Which word is the best synonym for “jarring” in the following sentence? The siren''s jarring noise startled everyone in the vicinity.

  1. A melodic
  2. B soothing
  3. C harsh
  4. D faint
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C — harsh. “jarring” means adj. shocking; discordant; disturbing

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

The sudden ______ crash of the cymbals startled the sleepy audience.

  1. A soothing
  2. B jarring
  3. C gentle
  4. D smooth
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B — jarring. “jarring” means adj. shocking; discordant; disturbing

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Common questions about “jarring”

What does “jarring” mean?

jarring — adj. shocking; discordant; disturbing. In Chinese: 刺耳的，不和谐的.

How do you pronounce “jarring”?

jarring is pronounced /ˈdʒɑːrɪŋ/. It breaks into 2 syllables: jar · ring.

How do you use “jarring” in a sentence?

The sudden noise was quite jarring. (突然的噪音很刺耳。)

What are synonyms for “jarring”?

discordant, clashing, grating — all close in meaning to jarring (adj. shocking; discordant; disturbing).

Is “jarring” an ISEE Upper-level word?

Yes. jarring appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “jarring”?

jar (harsh sound) + ing → harsh sound, conflict

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