Percussive
(adjective)
- Relating to or involving percussion or striking, as in music or medical examinations.
- Having a sharp, striking, or explosive sound.
Origin:
From latin percussus, past participle of percutere 'to beat, strike'.
Examples:
- Percussive instruments, such as drums, are commonly used in African music.
- The dancer's feet made percussive sounds as they hit the floor in time with the music.
- Percussive therapy involves tapping or beating on soft tissue to help relieve pain and increase mobility.
- The singer's voice was powerful and percussive, capturing the audience's attention.
- The percussive sound of the fireworks filled the sky, drawing the attention of all the people nearby.