strident
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Adjective
1. strident; producing a high-pitched or piercing sound
Examples7
I heard screams.
The child's shout was indeed shrill.
A shrill cry tore through the night.
I don't like their music; I find the singer's voice strident.
The owl gave a loud screech.
A loud noise jolted me awake from a deep sleep.