masterful
Of or pertaining to the manner of a master of an art, technique, profession, or craftOf or pertaining to the manner of a master of an art, technique, profession, or craft; masterly.
» Masterful gambit, sir.
Meaning
3 sensesOf or pertaining to the manner of a master of an art, technique, profession, or craft; masterly.
The brushwork on the skin tones was masterful.
In the manner of a master; very skillful.
The masterful conducting ensured the orchestra gave of their best.
Having or showing the qualities of a master vis-à-vis a dependent or subordinate; authoritative; domineering.
- having or revealing supreme mastery or skill
Examples
2 sentencesMasterful gambit, sir.
I had completely forgotten that story. And finally, it's as if I had been awakened by a masterful slap!
Translations
1 languagesOrigin
From Middle English maysterful, maistrefull, equivalent to master + -ful.From Middle English maysterful, maistrefull, equivalent to master + -ful.
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Forms
more masterful, most masterful| Comparative | more masterful Lesson |
|---|---|
| Superlative | most masterful Lesson |
regular
Synonyms
4 synonyms- having or revealing supreme mastery or skill:consummatemasterlyvirtuoso
Word family
5 related wordsLessons for this word
2 lessons- A2Comparatives — Because it has a comparative form
- A2Superlatives — Because it has a superlative form