Discordant sounds refer to any type of sound that is unpleasant or harsh to the ear. This could include noises such as screeching, banging, and clanging. The two crossword solutions for this term are 'noises' (6 letters) and 'jangles' (7 letters). Noises are loud, often abrupt sounds that can be heard from a distance. Jangles are a combination of multiple discordant sounds that are usually created by metal objects being struck together.