percussive

adjective

per·cus·sive pər-ˈkə-siv

: of or relating to percussion

especially : operative or operated by striking

: having powerful impact

percussively adverb

percussiveness noun

Examples of percussive in a Sentence

The song had a punchy, percussive rhythm.

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Doomsday synths and a percussive heartbeat backdrop lyrics that bask in solitude and beckon toward death. —

Olivier Lafontant, Pitchfork, 31 Jan. 2025 It was tucked in with Tim Galloway’s banjo, the two instruments combining to define the percussive support. —

Tom Roland, Billboard, 29 Jan. 2025 When paired with any of its five percussive speed settings, solace is guaranteed to come your sore muscles’ way. —

Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 11 Jan. 2025 David’s dedication to acoustic music also led him to develop a style that was percussive, rhythmic, and melodic, which resembled both the effects of a guitar and bass. —

Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for percussive