1
as in surprising
causing a strong emotional reaction because of unexpectedness
the jarring news that major financial institutions were on the verge of collapse
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in loud
disagreeable to one's aesthetic or artistic sense
the final chord of that song is too jarring for me
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
as in bickering
to express different opinions about something often angrily
those two coworkers have such incompatible personalities that it's no wonder they constantly jar
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in clashing
to be out of harmony or agreement usually noticeably
the bright orange of the walls jars with the light pastels of the furnishings
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of jarring
Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Dec. 2024
In a childcare montage near the film’s beginning, for instance, Heller wanted to capture how jarring ordinary moments can be when you’re sleep-deprived and stuck with a toddler.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 6 Dec. 2024
Christie D’zurilla, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024
Following her jarring post on social media last week, fans wanted answers.
—Caroline Thayer, Fox News, 11 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for jarring 
Adjective
As jarring and disorienting as that can feel, just know that the cards say things are happening as they are supposed to.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Dec. 2024
In a childcare montage near the film’s beginning, for instance, Heller wanted to capture how jarring ordinary moments can be when you’re sleep-deprived and stuck with a toddler.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 6 Dec. 2024
Verb
Awards, previously invoked a 72-hour bender in explaining a career-jarring 2021 incident where he was caught on video shouting a racial slur at a friend.
—Christie D’zurilla, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024
Following her jarring post on social media last week, fans wanted answers.
—Caroline Thayer, Fox News, 11 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for jarring
Recent Examples of Synonyms for jarring
Adjective
-
That's not surprising, given the current cost of living.Rachel Wells, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
-
Newsweek previously asked vets what makes dogs choose one person over another and the answer is not surprising.Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
Adjective
-
Mangione’s previous appearance in court included a loud outburst when he was lead into the building, but this morning’s proceedings went quietly and Mangione seemed in good spirits.Baltimore Sun staff, Baltimore Sun, 19 Dec. 2024
-
The sheer size of the crowds in Tampa and Philly made those two of the loudest crowd pops of her career, but Bayley said the depth of the story with Damage CTRL also added to the reactions — and to her own pride in accomplishment.Jay Reddick, Orlando Sentinel, 18 Dec. 2024
Verb
-
The sellers are Lydia (Lisa Kudrow) and Paul (Ray Romano), bickering empty nesters saddled with financial woes and a dark secret.Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
-
Right out of the gate, the brothers are in a contentious mood, needling each other with elbows and bickering like little siblings.Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 13 Oct. 2024
Adjective
-
Dodging may have saved a few North Koreans last weekend, but the 11th Army Corps’ overall casualties were still startling high.David Axe, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
-
That also included a startling new development for Shadows: genuine emotion, at least on occasion.Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 16 Dec. 2024
Adjective
-
In part because Colombian troops were unable to traverse harsh jungles, Panama declared an effectively bloodless independence within hours in November 1903.Will Weissert, Los Angeles Times, 24 Dec. 2024
-
Relying on harsh overhead lighting can cause a room to feel clinical and cold while too few lights make a room feel dim and sleepy.Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 24 Dec. 2024
Verb
-
Businesses that get ahead are those that can align these sometimes seemingly conflicting positions and balance operational aspirations with financial realities.Richard Okon, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
-
Torn between his conflicting loyalties to Francesca, the Empress Natalya (Jodhi May), and Reverend Mother Valya Harkonnen (Emily Watson), Javicco chose to take his own life.EW.com, EW.com, 23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
-
And your whole crew can enjoy that kind of exclusive access at these family-friendly resorts with amazing private beaches.Beth Luberecki, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
-
What’s been amazing about series one is getting all these incredible actors together.Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Dec. 2024
Adjective
-
Lily-Rose Depp and Bill Skarsgård star as the gorgeous Ellen Hutter and grotesque vampire Count Orlok, respectively, alongside Nicholas Hoult, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Emma Corrin and Eggers regulars Willem Dafoe and Ralph Ineson.William Earl, Variety, 26 Dec. 2024
-
Users reported grotesque necrotic wounds that eat away at their skin and even the underlying flesh – a side effect of the veterinary drug.Maurice Tamman, USA TODAY, 22 Dec. 2024
Thesaurus Entries Near jarring
Cite this Entry
“Jarring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jarring. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share