Mastery: meaning, definitions and examples

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mastery

 

[ ˈmæstəri ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in skill

Comprehensive knowledge or skill in a particular subject or activity. Mastery implies a high level of expertise and proficiency.

Synonyms

expertise, proficiency, skill.

Examples of usage

  • He demonstrated mastery in playing the piano.
  • She achieved mastery in the art of negotiation.
Context #2 | Noun

in control

Control or superiority over something. Mastery in this context refers to having power or influence over a situation or person.

Synonyms

authority, control, dominance.

Examples of usage

  • He gained mastery over his emotions.
  • She displayed mastery in handling difficult situations.
Context #3 | Noun

in learning

The state or condition of being masterful or having great knowledge. Mastery in learning refers to the acquisition of a high level of understanding in a particular field.

Synonyms

knowledge, learning, understanding.

Examples of usage

  • He pursued mastery of the English language.
  • She aspired to achieve mastery in mathematics.

Translations

Translations of the word "mastery" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mestria

🇮🇳 निपुणता

🇩🇪 Meisterschaft

🇮🇩 keahlian

🇺🇦 майстерність

🇵🇱 mistrzostwo

🇯🇵 熟達 (じゅくたつ)

🇫🇷 maîtrise

🇪🇸 maestría

🇹🇷 ustalık

🇰🇷 숙달 (숙달)

🇸🇦 إتقان

🇨🇿 mistrovství

🇸🇰 majstrovstvo

🇨🇳 掌握 (zhǎngwò)

🇸🇮 obvladovanje

🇮🇸 meistaraleikur

🇰🇿 шеберлік

🇬🇪 ოსტატობა

🇦🇿 ustalıq

🇲🇽 maestría

Etymology

The word 'mastery' originated from the Middle English word 'maistrie', which came from the Old French 'maistrie' meaning 'superiority, dominion, power'. The term has evolved over time to represent a high level of skill, knowledge, or control in various contexts.

See also: masterful, masterfully, mastermind, masterpiece, masterpieces, masters, masterwork.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,427 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.