Masterpiece

Pronunciation

Origin

master + piece, a calque of Dutch meesterstuk

Full definition of masterpiece

Noun

1. A piece of work that has been given much critical praise, especially one that is considered the greatest work of a person's career.
2. A work of outstanding creativity, skill or workmanship.Masterpieces are not completed, they are abandoned.
3. A work created in order to qualify as a master craftsman and member of a guild.

Synonyms

• chef d'Å“uvre
• masterwork