What is another word for out-of-key?
Pronunciation:
[ ˌa͡ʊtəvkˈiː], [ ˌaʊtəvkˈiː], [ ˌaʊ_t_ə_v_k_ˈiː]
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Synonyms for Out-of-key:
adj.
• harsh (adjective)- rigid,
- screeching,
- flat,
- hard,
- cracked,
- noisy,
- bitter,
- severe,
- rugged,
- off-key,
- sour,
- strident,
- jangling,
- creaking,
- raucous,
- acrid,
- dissonant,
- incompatible,
- jarring,
- hoarse,
- jagged,
- disturbing,
- bleak,
- craggy,
- croaking,
- astringent,
- rusty,
- disagreeing,
- cacophonous,
- earsplitting,
- clashing,
- Caterwauling,
- guttural,
- sharp,
- grating,
- rasping,
- glaring,
- unrelenting,
- discordant,
- uneven,
- grim,
- coarse.
How to use "Out-of-key" in context?
"out-of-key" is an adjective meaning not in alignment with the prevailing standard. When used figuratively, it can mean that something is out of place, out of sync, or unprofessional. Out-of-key events can refer to anything from a musical performance that is too chaotic to a business meeting that is too chaotic and confusing. People often use out-of-key to describe situations that are unusual or unexpected.
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