the use of tricks, tactics, or intentionally misleading behaviors aimed at deceiving others for self-interested purposes
astuzia
straightforward in conduct and communication, without hidden motives or manipulation
ingenuo
lacking compassion and sympathy for others' suffering
dal cuore duro
the strength and determination to withstand difficulties, especially challenging conditions
ardimento
expressed with clarity and precision, leaving no doubt as to the meaning or intention
preciso
settling an issue authoritatively and leaving no room for further doubt or debate
definitivo
to accustom someone to tolerate something undesirable or unacceptable through prolonged, frequent exposure over time
abituare
accustomed to something undesirable or unpleasant through prolonged exposure
infortunato
(of a substance) capable of chemically treating other materials so as to corrode or set colors
mordente
(of animals) tending to bite or sting as a means of defense, feeding, etc.
mordace
physically taller or higher than others around in a way that draws notice
eminente
a significantly high level of status or influence within a particular field
eminenza
mechanical learning by repetition and frequent recall rather than meaningful understanding
abitudine meccanica
referring to something that revolves around an axis or a central point, such as a wheel
rotante
to force a foreigner to leave a country, usually because they have broken the law
deportare
dignified and respectful behavior, especially a display of etiquette during social interactions or in public settings
portamento