Word: bravisimo (adjective)

Associations

"Bravisimo" is an Italian word that means "very brave" or "excellent." It is often used to praise someone for their courage or outstanding performance.

• Example 1: "The actor's performance was bravisimo!" This means the actor did an excellent job.
• Example 2: "She showed bravisimo when she stood up for her beliefs." Here, it highlights her bravery.
• Example 3: "The musician received a bravisimo from the audience after the concert." This indicates the audience's strong approval of the musician's performance.

The synonym "brave" is more general and can refer to courage in various situations, while "bravisimo" specifically praises exceptional bravery or excellence in performance.

Substitution

Instead of "bravisimo," you could use:

• "excellent" – This is more general and can refer to quality, not just bravery.
• "courageous" – This focuses more on bravery but doesn’t imply excellence.
• "outstanding" – This emphasizes being better than others but is not specifically about bravery.

Deconstruction

The word "bravisimo" comes from the Italian word "bravo," which means brave or good. The suffix "-issimo" is used in Italian to intensify the meaning, similar to saying "very" or "extremely" in English.

Inquiry

• Can you think of a time when you felt bravisimo about something you did?
• How would you use "bravisimo" to describe a performance you really enjoyed?
• In what situations do you think it is important to recognize bravery?