MAGNUM OPUSES Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

magnum opuses

noun

plural of magnum opus

as in masterpieces

something (as a work of art) that is a great achievement and often its creator's greatest achievement this symphony is usually considered Beethoven's magnum opus

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During summertime, the city’s rooftop bars come alive, showcasing panoramic vistas of Lake Michigan, the Chicago River and many of the city’s architectural masterpieces.

— Taryn White, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
The masterpieces of the genre have the means to overcome this.

— James Parker, The Atlantic, 20 July 2026

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