| Flashcards: Latin Derivatives |
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dissonance
lashing, inharmonious sound; discord
Criticized by the director for contributing more than his share to the dissonance in the band's rendition of "The Star Spangled Banner," young Oliver was heard to say sotto voce that real musicians like Stravinsky and Schönberg would have appreciated his efforts.
Related English word: dissonant
Latin root words: dissonus, dissona, dissunum - dissonant, discordant; sonus, soni, m. - sound, noise
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