Synonyms for staccato

Adjective

1. staccato (vs. legato), disconnected, abrupt, disconnected

usage: marked by or composed of disconnected parts or sounds; cut short crisply; "staccato applause"; "a staccato command"; "staccato notes"

Adverb

1. staccato

usage: separating the notes; in music; "play this staccato, please"