dissonanza — meaning in English

English meaning

• backlash noun A strong, usually negative, public reaction against a decision, action, or trend.
• discord noun Disagreement or lack of harmony between people.

Senses

dissonanza is used for these senses in English:

• backlash (mechanics) The jarring or reflex motion caused in badly fitting machinery by irregularities in velocity or a reverse of motion.

backlash — full definition

1. noun A strong, usually negative, public reaction against a decision, action, or trend.
2. noun A sudden reverse or recoil movement, such as slack snapping back in a rope or gear.
3. verb To react strongly and negatively against something.

discord — full definition

1. noun Disagreement or lack of harmony between people.
2. noun A harsh or clashing combination of musical sounds.
3. name A popular chat and voice app used by gaming and other online communities.

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