masterstroke

noun
UK: /ˈmɑːstərstrəʊk/
US: /ˈmæstərstroʊk/

  1. A very clever and successful action or plan.

    1. The deal was a real masterstroke.
    2. Appointing her as team leader was a masterstroke of management.

  2. An outstanding display of skill or artistry.

    1. His performance was a masterstroke.
    2. The final scene of the play was a masterstroke of dramatic writing.

Synonyms

triumph coup feat

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "masterstroke" in English means: A very clever and successful action or plan., An outstanding display of skill or artistry..

The phonetic transcription of "masterstroke" is /ˈmɑːstərstrəʊk/ in British English and /ˈmæstərstroʊk/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "masterstroke": triumph, coup, feat.

Example usage of "masterstroke": "The deal was a real masterstroke.". More examples on the page.