Definition

Not in harmony or agreement; lacking a pleasing arrangement or combination.

Example

The disharmonic sounds from the instruments made the performance difficult to enjoy.

Conversation

I was listening to that new band you recommended, but their sound feels a bit disharmonic to me.

Really? I thought it was unique and refreshing!

Maybe I'm just used to more traditional music styles.

That makes sense! Sometimes it takes a while to appreciate different sounds.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Disharmonic → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart or not) and "harmonic" (from Greek "harmonikos", meaning relating to harmony). The word "disharmonic" means not in harmony or lacking harmony.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' or 'apart' ('dis-') from 'harmony' — that's why disharmonic means lacking harmony.

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