1. performed in a short, crisp manner with each note or sound clearly separated
Usage: music
2. characterized by abrupt, disconnected speech or sounds

1. in a staccato manner
Usage: music

1. a staccato passage or performance
Usage: music

Examples

• The pianist played the notes in a staccato style.
• Her staccato speech revealed her nervousness.
• The machine gun fired in staccato bursts.
• The conductor instructed the orchestra to play staccato.
• His staccato laugh echoed through the room.
• The rain fell in staccato drops on the roof.
• She delivered her lines in a staccato rhythm.