noise
Plural
noises
1
sounds that are usually unwanted or loud
- The construction site generated a lot of noise, disrupting the neighborhood.
- The children were making too much noise, so the teacher asked them to quiet down.
- The noise from the party next door kept him awake all night.
- The noise of the jackhammer echoed through the streets as road repairs were underway.
- He found it hard to concentrate on his work with all the noise coming from the street.
2
the auditory experience of sound that lacks musical quality; sound that is a disagreeable auditory experience
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3
the quality of lacking any predictable order or plan
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4
confusion or lack of clarity caused by irrelevant information or trivial remarks
- The report contained a lot of noise, making it difficult to extract the key findings.
- In the midst of all the noise on social media, she struggled to find credible sources.
- His speech was full of noise, with few clear points being made.
- Amidst all the noise in the debate, her insightful comments stood out.
5
a loud outcry of protest or complaint
6
electrical or acoustic activity that can disturb communication
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