GRE Vocabulary Lesson: The Harsh and Forceful Nature of Strident

This video explores the meaning and usage of the adjective 'strident', which describes something loud, harsh, and unpleasantly noisy. It can also refer to something forceful, aggressive, or extreme in opinion or manner. The video provides examples of strident sounds and behaviors, as well as synonyms and antonyms for the word. It also discusses common errors in using 'strident' versus 'stringent' and highlights the powerful descriptive ability of this word in both auditory and figurative contexts.