cause dissonance
[kɔːz dɪˈsoʊnəns]
verb phrase
causar dissonância
1. to create a lack of harmony or agreement; to produce conflicting or inconsistent elements that create tension or unease
The contradictory statements from the two witnesses caused dissonance in the jury's understanding of the facts.
As declarações contraditórias das duas testemunhas causaram dissonância na compreensão dos fatos pelo júri.
2. to create cognitive dissonance; to produce a psychological state where conflicting beliefs or attitudes create discomfort
Learning about the company's unethical practices caused dissonance for the loyal employee.
Conhecer as práticas antiéticas da empresa causou dissonância no funcionário leal.
3. in music, to produce harsh or unpleasant sounds that lack harmony
The avant-garde composer deliberately chose to cause dissonance with clashing instruments.
O compositor de vanguarda deliberadamente escolheu causar dissonância com instrumentos conflitantes.
The term 'cause dissonance' is widely used in American psychology, philosophy, and music theory. In Brazil, 'causar dissonância' is increasingly used in contemporary psychology and management discussions, particularly when discussing organizational conflicts or cognitive dissonance theory. The concept is particularly relevant in modern contexts discussing misinformation and conflicting narratives in media.
NYC Slang
throw someone off; throw a wrench in things; create beef
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