masterly

adjective
UK: /ˈmɑːstəli/
US: /ˈmæstərli/

  1. Done with great skill and expertise; showing the qualities of a master.

    1. Her masterly piano playing captivated the audience.
    2. The artist's masterly brushstrokes created a stunning landscape, demonstrating unparalleled skill.

Synonyms

expert skillful proficient adept accomplished deft artful virtuoso
masterly adverb

  1. In a skillful and expert manner.

    1. She masterly solved the complex math problem.
    2. The negotiator masterly handled the delicate situation, securing a favorable outcome for all.

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "masterly" is /ˈmɑːstəli/ in British English and /ˈmæstərli/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "masterly": expert, skillful, proficient, adept, accomplished, deft, artful, virtuoso.

Example usage of "masterly": "Her masterly piano playing captivated the audience.". More examples on the page.