1. plays the notes of a chord in rapid succession rather than simultaneously
Usage: musical term; third person singular present tense

Examples

• The pianist arpeggiates the opening chord beautifully.
• She arpeggiates each chord to create a flowing melody.
• The guitarist arpeggiates the progression instead of strumming.
• He arpeggiates the final chord for dramatic effect.
• The harpist naturally arpeggiates most of her chords.
• The composer indicates where the performer arpeggiates certain passages.