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Definitions from the WebDisonanceDescription:Disonance refers to a lack of harmony or agreement between elements. It can describe an inconsistency, clash, or conflict in opinions, attitudes, beliefs, or musical sounds. Senses and Usages:Noun (General):In a general sense, disonance describes a state of disagreement or tension among various elements. Example Sentence: The dissonance between their political views caused frequent arguments. Noun (Musical): In music, disonance refers to a combination of tones or notes that produces an unpleasant, clashing, and unresolved sound. Example Sentence: The composer intentionally used dissonance in the piece to create a sense of tension and unease. Noun (Psychology): In psychology, cognitive dissonance is a state of mental discomfort caused by holding conflicting beliefs or engaging in contradictory behavior. Example Sentence: He experienced cognitive dissonance after making a purchase that contradicted his environmental values. Noun (Politics): In politics, dissonance refers to conflicting policies, ideologies, or goals within a society or a political system. Example Sentence: The government's dissonance on environmental issues led to public dissatisfaction. Verb: The verb form of disonance is to dissonate, meaning to create or produce dissonance. Example Sentence: The musician purposely dissonated the notes to emphasize the dark and chaotic atmosphere of the song. Related Products: | ||||
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