Masterwork: meaning, definitions and examples
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masterwork
[ ˈmastərˌwərk ]
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
Etymology
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.
See also: masterful, masterfully, mastermind, masterpiece, masterpieces, masters, mastery.