What does ASSAI mean?
Assai
Part of Speech: Adverb
Definition: To a great extent or degree; very
Pronunciations: US: /əˈsaɪ/; UK: /əˈsaɪ/
Origin and Usage: Assai is an Italian word that means "very." It is often used in music terminology to indicate a very fast tempo, as in "allegro assai" (very fast). The word has been adopted into English and is used to indicate a high degree or intensity of something.
Synonyms: Extremely, exceedingly, highly, very much, greatly
Related Words: Basis, arias, essay, sais, sari
Example Sentences:
- The concert was assai enjoyable.
- She was assai impressed by his talent.
- He worked assai hard to achieve his goals.