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masterful
/ ˈɑːəʊ /
adjective
having or showing mastery
fond of playing the master; imperious
masterly
Usage
Confusables Note
Other Word Forms
- masterfully adverb
- masterfulness noun
- overmasterful adjective
- overmasterfully adverb
- overmasterfulness noun
- unmasterful adjective
- unmasterfully adverb
- ˈٱڳܱԱ noun
- ˈٱڳܱ adverb
Word History and Origins
Origin of masterful1
Example Sentences
The judges called the book an "astonishing debut... a masterful blend of history, suspense and historical authenticity".
He noted: "There's so much to weigh up when you're emulating the masterful way the body handles every complex movement, or social matters and invitations, or day-to-day life in general."
Root combined with Harry Brook for a third-wicket stand of 85, before a masterful partnership of 143 with Will Jacks put England within touching distance of victory.
Matt Roush adds, “Subtlety rarely wins awards, but I’d like to see Harrison Ford’s masterful underplaying as ‘Shrinking’s’ grouchy shrink prove me wrong.”
The 22-year-old Spaniard took full advantage with some masterful play in the second set, sealing the title with a cross-court volley at the net.
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