forte
Definitions of forte
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a fortified defensive structuresynonyms: centro fortificato, cittadella, fortezza, fortino, piazza, rocca, roccaforte
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a strongly fortified defensive structure
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having strength or power greater than average or expected
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capable of pleasingsynonyms: bravo
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generally admiredsynonyms: bravo
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above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
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characterized by a high degree or intensity; often used as a combining form
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intensely or extremely bad or unpleasant in degree or quality
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of agriculture; intended to increase productivity of a fixed area by expending more capital and labor
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tending to give force or emphasis
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being distilled rather than fermented; having a high alcoholic content
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