Updated June 2026
Sound, especially loud, unpleasant, or disturbing sound. Random or unwanted signals in communication systems.
“The construction noise kept me awake all night.”
/nɔɪz/
Contains vowels O, I, E and common consonants N, S.
Worth 5 points; good balance of vowels and consonants.
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