artistry
noun
art·ist·ry
ˈär-tə-strē 
1
: artistic quality of effect or workmanship
the artistry of his novel
2
: artistic ability
the artistry of the violinist
a lawyer's artistry in persuading juries
Examples of artistry in a Sentence
We admired the singer's artistry.
the artistry of her novel
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Nonetheless, in a year in which the studios came through to a remarkable extent and produced some movies of extraordinary artistry on a spectacular scale, the intersection of the art and the business of cinema is uncommonly strong.
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Richard Brody, New Yorker, 22 Jan. 2026
Apatow and Bonfiglio are in awe, not only of Brooks’ artistry, but of his character.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 22 Jan. 2026
Taylor’s reinvention story has always been driven by a belief in her artistry and a refusal to be bullied or controlled by those with legal paper rights to her catalogue but no rights to her talent.
—Literary Hub, 21 Jan. 2026
Yet there are moments of athletic artistry when the quarterback throws a perfect spiral to a sprinting receiver for a touchdown.
—Chicago Tribune, 21 Jan. 2026
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Richard Brody, New Yorker, 22 Jan. 2026
Apatow and Bonfiglio are in awe, not only of Brooks’ artistry, but of his character.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 22 Jan. 2026
Taylor’s reinvention story has always been driven by a belief in her artistry and a refusal to be bullied or controlled by those with legal paper rights to her catalogue but no rights to her talent.
—Literary Hub, 21 Jan. 2026
Yet there are moments of athletic artistry when the quarterback throws a perfect spiral to a sprinting receiver for a touchdown.
—Chicago Tribune, 21 Jan. 2026
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“Artistry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/artistry. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.
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artistry
noun
art·ist·ry
ˈärt-ə-strē
1
: artistic quality of effect or skill
the artistry of her novel
2
: artistic ability
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