Staccato

Synonyms of staccato

• detached
• choppy
• disjointed

Antonyms of staccato

• smooth
• flowing
• legato

Collocations of staccato

staccato notes

Frequency: 80 %

The pianist played staccato notes with precision.

staccato rhythm

Frequency: 70 %

The drummer maintained a fast staccato rhythm throughout the song.

staccato music

Frequency: 60 %

The composer incorporated staccato music into the symphony.

staccato style

Frequency: 50 %

The dancer moved with a unique staccato style that captivated the audience.

staccato effect

Frequency: 45 %

The director used a staccato effect in the film to create tension.

Idiomatic Expressions for staccato

• Phrase: speak in staccato
  Meaning: to speak in a quick, sharp, and abrupt manner
  Usage: The politician's speech was delivered in staccato, leaving the audience feeling unsettled.