masterwork Definition
- 1a piece of work done with great skill or excellence
- 2the best piece of work that a particular artist, writer, musician, etc. has ever produced
Using masterwork: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "masterwork" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The painting is considered a masterwork of the artist.
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The novel is a masterwork of modern literature.
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The symphony is widely regarded as his masterwork.
masterwork Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for masterwork
- masterpiece
- magnum opus
- tour de force
Phrases with masterwork
an outstanding work of literature
Example
The novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird' is considered a literary masterwork.
an outstanding work of music
Example
Beethoven's Ninth Symphony is a musical masterwork.
an outstanding work of film
Example
The Godfather is considered a cinematic masterwork.
Summary: masterwork in Brief
'Masterwork' [ˈmæstəwɜːrk] refers to a piece of work done with great skill or excellence, often considered the best work of a particular artist, writer, musician, etc. Examples include 'The painting is considered a masterwork of the artist,' and 'The symphony is widely regarded as his masterwork.' 'Masterwork' extends into phrases like 'a literary masterwork,' 'a musical masterwork,' and 'a cinematic masterwork,' denoting outstanding works in their respective fields.
