acouophonia

/ˌæk.u.ɒ.fəˈni.ə/

Definitions

1. noun

a harsh, unpleasant sound, especially one caused by a problem with the way a person’s vocal cords vibrate when speaking, resulting in an inability to pronounce certain words or sounds.

“The patient’s doctor explained that her acouophonia was due to a temporary vocal cord injury.”

Synonyms

  • dysphonia
  • voice disorder

Antonyms

  • euphonia
  • harmonious sound