Masterwork: meaning, definitions and examples

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masterwork

[ ˈmastərˌwərk ]

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art

A masterpiece; a work of outstanding artistry, skill, or workmanship.

Synonyms

magnum opus, masterpiece

Examples of usage

It took the artist years to complete his masterwork.
The painting was considered a masterwork of the Renaissance period.

Translations

Translations of the word "masterwork" in other languages:

🇵🇹 obra-prima

🇮🇳 उत्कृष्ट कृति

🇩🇪 Meisterwerk

🇮🇩 karya agung

🇺🇦 шедевр

🇵🇱 arcydzieło

🇯🇵 傑作 (けっさく)

🇫🇷 chef-d'œuvre

🇪🇸 obra maestra

🇹🇷 şaheser

🇰🇷 걸작 (geoljag)

🇸🇦 تحفة فنية

🇨🇿 mistrovské dílo

🇸🇰 majstrovské dielo

🇨🇳 杰作 (jiézuò)

🇸🇮 mojstrovina

🇮🇸 meistaraverk

🇰🇿 шедевр

🇬🇪 შედევრი (shedevri)

🇦🇿 şah əsər

🇲🇽 obra maestra

Word origin

The term 'masterwork' originated in the mid 17th century, combining 'master' and 'work' to represent a piece of work created by a skilled artist or craftsman. Over time, it has come to be widely used in the context of art and craftsmanship to refer to a piece that showcases exceptional talent and skill.