Staccato (adverb)

With each sound or note sharply detached or separated from the others.

Origin:

From italian staccato (past participle of staccare, 'to detach'), from stacca ('detached').

Examples:

1. The pianist played the piece staccato, with short, crisp notes.
2. The drummer used a staccato rhythm to create a sense of urgency.
3. The singer's voice was staccato, punctuated by sudden pauses and changes in pitch.
4. The machine gun fired in short, staccato bursts.
5. The rain fell in a staccato rhythm against the window.