Definitions

masterful

[mas-ter-fuhl, mah-ster-] / ˈmæs tər fəl, ˈmɑ stər- /

ADJECTIVE

expert, skilled

Synonyms

STRONGEST

adroit deft excellent exquisite first-rate masterly skillful

WEAK

adept clever consummate crack crackerjack dexterous fine finished master preeminent proficient superior superlative supreme transcendent

Antonyms

STRONGEST

awkward clumsy imperfect inept inferior poor unskilled unskillful

WEAK

amateurish ignorant stupid unproficient

Example Sentences

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Wrobleski’s performance — seven innings of one-hit, one-run ball — was a masterful bounce-back, powered by that fastball.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

Having already experienced how reality TV and social media can lead to global success, Cameron noted that Serhant’s masterful use of both mediums was another huge draw to his company.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

But the American showed remarkable calm and control on a masterful front nine, featuring four birdies, to move into a lead he never looked like relinquishing.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

Up stepped Curran again, bowling a masterful 19th over to snuff out Italian hopes.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

I keep on sewing, keep on being masterful.

From "Betty Before X" by Ilyasah Shabazz and Renée Watson

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