arpeggio

/ɑrˈpɛdʒioʊ/

Definitions

1. noun

A musical term referring to a broken chord played in a smooth, flowing manner, typically with each note sounding separately, rather than simultaneously, as in a normal chord.

“The guitarist’s arpeggio technique brought the song to life.”

Synonyms

  • broken arpeggiation
  • broken chord

Antonyms

  • chord
  • harmony