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staccato

adjective

/stəˈkɑː.təʊ/

Meaning

short and detached in sound or style, often used in music

The pianist played the notes in a staccato rhythm.

abrupt, clipped, sharp, detached

smooth, legato

staccato notes, staccato rhythm, staccato style, staccato speech

Relating to or denoting glands that secrete hormones directly into the blood.

showing courage, confidence, or willingness to take risks

extremely large; huge in size or amount

making no sound; quiet; not speaking

Unable to be destroyed, broken, or dissolved.

behaving wrongly or straying from the proper course or standards