percussive
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Adj — Relating to or resembling the sharp, rhythmic sound of striking or pounding.
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Etymology
Formed from "percuss" (to strike) plus the adjective suffix "-ive".
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What does “percussive” mean?
The word “percussive” means relating to or resembling the sharp, rhythmic sound of striking or pounding. In plain terms, describes something with a sharp, beating, drum-like quality.
How do you pronounce “percussive”?
“Percussive” is pronounced puh-KUH-sihv (/pɚˈkʌsɪv/ in IPA).
How do you use “percussive” in a sentence?
Here is “percussive” used in a sentence: “The song opens with a percussive drumbeat.”
What part of speech is “percussive”?
“Percussive” is an adjective.