magnum opus
mag·num opus
noun \ˈmag-nəm-ˈō-pəs\Definition of MAGNUM OPUS
: a great work; especially : the greatest achievement of an artist or writer
See Examples of MAGNUM OPUS
- His last novel was his magnum opus.
- <this symphony is usually considered Beethoven's magnum opus>
Origin of MAGNUM OPUS
Latin
First Known Use: 1791
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Related Words: masterstroke, pièce de résistance, showpiece, tour de force; blockbuster, megahit, smash, success, winner; gem, jewel, prize, treasure
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