noun
- Plural of fortissimo; passages or notes in music to be played very loudly.
Usage: music term; Italian origin; plural form
Examples
- The orchestra executed the fortissimi with tremendous power and precision.
- The composer marked several fortissimi throughout the symphony to create dramatic effect.
- The conductor emphasized the fortissimi by raising his baton higher during those sections.
- String players must ensure their fortissimi are well-coordinated across all sections.