1. making or characterized by a harsh, discordant ringing or clashing sound
2. causing nervousness or irritation; jarring
Usage: informal

Examples

• The old wind chimes made a jangly noise in the storm.
• Her jangly bracelets clinked together as she walked.
• The jangly guitar sound didn’t fit the mellow song.
• I found the jangly music too harsh for relaxing.
• The keys made a jangly sound when he dropped them.
• Her jangly nerves made it hard to concentrate.
• The jangly alarm clock woke everyone in the house.