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Adele is Rosalinde’s maid, a lively and flirtatious character who is central to the opera's comedic elements. Though she is of lower social standing, she has aspirations of grandeur and seeks to improve her lot in life. Throughout the opera, Adele is a character full of charm and ambition, especially in her attempts to attend the masquerade ball and meet people of high society. She is also a key player in the plot’s misunderstandings, particularly when she pretends to be a noblewoman at the ball. Her playful and witty nature adds a layer of light-heartedness to the opera, especially when she interacts with her employers and other guests.