Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
addio
interjection
/ˈædɪoʊ/
Definition
A farewell; a parting expression, often used when bidding goodbye, particularly with an emotional or sentimental tone.
Examples
- After a long conversation, she waved and said, ‘Addio.’
- As the train pulled away, he whispered, ‘Addio’ to his hometown.
- They promised to write to each other, but it felt like a final ‘addio.’
Meaning
‘Addio’ is an Italian word that translates to ‘goodbye’ in English, commonly used to express a permanent departure or a heartfelt farewell.
Synonyms
- goodbye
- farewell
- adieu
- valediction
