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earsplitting

adjective

/ˈɪrˌsplɪtɪŋ/

Meaning

extremely loud or piercing sound

The earsplitting noise of the fire alarm startled everyone.

deafening, piercing, thunderous, loud

quiet, soft, faint

earsplitting noise, earsplitting scream, earsplitting sound

telling or expressing the truth; honest

Having a smoothly rising and falling form or motion like waves.

too bad to be forgiven; inexcusable

Relating to or characteristic of a repertoire, especially in journalism or performance contexts.

too large or extensive to measure; boundless

Lasting for a very short time; transitory.