Definition of fortissimo
: very loud
—used especially as a direction in music
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Origin and Etymology of fortissimo
Italian, superlative of forte
Recent Examples of fortissimo from the Web
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Deneve managed balances perfectly, keeping the 100 or so players reined in where necessary but also allowing them the satisfaction of letting the fortissimo passages have their full strength.
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This ensemble builds gradually to a fortissimo climax, yet Norma is expected to send her voice — with its most shining brilliance and power — soaring above the din.
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The piece was appealing, with unexpected clamoring from brass and gong, the fortissimo climax spiraling, like sparks, into nothingness.
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BOSTON -- Unkind thoughts, expressed by spectators in a fortissimo tone to superstars, occur occasionally, even at home, particularly after poor performances.
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Well, the new film confirms that Oyelowo is one of those rare actors who can unleash a formal speech before a crowd, fortissimo, without seeming hammy or haranguing.
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First Known Use of fortissimo
1856
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