bravissimo
Americaninterjection
interjection
Etymology
Origin of bravissimo
First recorded in 1755–65; from Italian, from brav(o) bravo + -issimo, superlative suffix
Example Sentences
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Darling old Godkin,—The only Christmas present I can send you is a word of thanks and a bravo bravissimo for your glorious fight against the powers of darkness.
From The Letters of William James, Vol. II by James, William
He says that he was a "plastico" and restorer of statues, came from the neighbourhood of Como, was "bravissimo," and lived about from 1557-1587.
From Ex Voto by Butler, Samuel
I really could not for laughing, for when I occasionally played something with the right hand, she instantly said bravissimo, and that in the voice of a little mouse.
From The Letters of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart — Volume 01 by Nohl, Ludwig
She is no friend to you," I struggled on, "she is playing with you for her own purposes; you will …" He swayed a little on his feet and said: "Bravo … bravissimo.
From The Inheritors by Conrad, Joseph
The moment it was finished, Cannabich exclaimed, "Bravo! bravissimo maestro! veramente scritta da maestro!"
From The Letters of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart — Volume 01 by Nohl, Ludwig
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