Synonyms of masterpiece

masterpiece

noun

ˈma-stər-ˌpēs 

as in classic

something (as a work of art) that is a great achievement and often its creator's greatest achievement

Michelangelo's frescoes in the Sistine Chapel are often considered to be his masterpieces

Synonyms & Similar Words

• classic
• masterwork
• success
• gem
• magnum opus
• showpiece
• chef d'oeuvre
• jewel
• prize
• masterstroke
• blockbuster
• winner
• tour de force
• treasure
• pièce de résistance
• megahit
• smash

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• disaster
• catastrophe
• failure
• bomb
• fiasco
• loser
• debacle
• flop
• turkey
• washout
• dud
• clunker
• fizzle

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of masterpiece

The re-emergence of a long-unseen Jean-Michel Basquiat masterpiece is a miracle the art market occasionally performs. — Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 21 Oct. 2026

The Duo isn't meant for professional creators or videographers to record their visual masterpieces. — Eric Zeman, PC Magazine, 21 Oct. 2026

Lace was expertly placed with thoughtful trims and underlays to create detailed masterpieces. — Shelby Wax, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026

The Devils is Russell’s masterpiece, but the rest of his wildly prolific filmography is not far behind. — Juan A. Ramírez, Vulture, 20 Oct. 2026