Meaning & use
Percussive
Last updated
Relating to or resembling the striking of one object against another, especially producing a sharp, rhythmic sound.
See it in a sentence
The song relies on percussive handclaps instead of drums.
Rain hit the tin roof with a percussive rhythm all night.
A note on using this word
Most often used in music to describe instruments or sounds produced by striking, such as drums or xylophones.
Words with a similar meaning
Choose a synonym to suit the sentence. Meanings can overlap without being identical.
Words with an opposite meaning
melodicsmooth
Make it your own
Write a sentence using “Percussive”, then compare your use with the examples above.
Your draft stays on this page and is not sent anywhere.