[daɪˈæfəniə, diˈæfəniə]

Definitions

1. noun

A harsh, discordant sound, especially one resulting from a clash of notes.

“The cacophony of car horns and sirens created a dissonant diaphonia in the city’s streets.”

2. noun

A difference in pitch or tone, especially between two musical notes.

“The composer deliberately introduced a diaphonia between the two melodic lines to create a sense of tension.”