strident
stri·dent
adjective
1.
conspicuously and offensively loud; given to vehement outcry
- “blatant radios”
- “a clamorous uproar”
- “strident demands”
- “a vociferous mob”
2.
unpleasantly loud and harsh
Origin
From French strident, from Latin strīdēns, present active participle of strīdō.
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