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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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

It started with Donovan Dent, whose masterful month continued with his first career triple-double — and the first triple-double in Big Ten tournament history.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026

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

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

Martin warmly endorsed Macmillan's adaptation, commenting: "Duncan's masterful script honours the world completely."

From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026

I had just about convinced myself that I had escaped successfully when a quiet, penetrating voice beside me said, "That was a masterful bit of persuasion, brother."

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison

masterful

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