dissonance 4
noundomain: communication
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Definition
The use of discordant sounds either to create an unpleasant effect or to create an interesting variation from what is rhythmically expected.
Examples
- 1.Gertrude Stein’s “Susie Asado” does not lack a musical quality, but its rapid repetition of sounds and varied sentence lengths create dissonance through tension and instability.


