masterpiece

[ˈmæstərpiːs]

masterpiece Definition

a work of art, music, or literature that is considered to be of very high quality and skill.

Using masterpiece: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "masterpiece" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The Mona Lisa is considered a masterpiece of Renaissance art.

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    Beethoven's Ninth Symphony is widely regarded as his masterpiece.

  • Example

    The novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird' is a literary masterpiece.

  • Example

    The chef's signature dish is a culinary masterpiece.

masterpiece Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for masterpiece

  • magnum opus
  • tour de force
  • work of genius
  • crowning achievement
  • piece de resistance

Phrases with masterpiece

  • a product of exceptional engineering skill and innovation

    Example

    The Golden Gate Bridge is a masterpiece of engineering.

  • a painting of exceptional quality and skill

    Example

    Van Gogh's 'Starry Night' is a painting masterpiece.

  • a musical composition of exceptional quality and skill

    Example

    Mozart's 'Requiem' is a musical masterpiece.

Origins of masterpiece

from Old French 'maistrie', meaning 'mastery'

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Summary: masterpiece in Brief

A 'masterpiece' [ˈmæstərpiːs] is a work of art, music, or literature that is considered to be of very high quality and skill. It can refer to anything from paintings to culinary creations, such as 'The chef's signature dish is a culinary masterpiece.' 'Masterpiece' is often used in phrases like 'a masterpiece of engineering,' 'painting masterpiece,' and 'musical masterpiece,' which denote exceptional skill and innovation.