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
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Recent Examples of masterpiece
He’s made so many masterpieces.
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Brent Lang, Variety, 17 Mar. 2026
These young dancers will perform a mix of classical masterpieces and bold contemporary works by upcoming choreographers.
—Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026
Whether you're drawn to Renaissance masterpieces, modern installations, or contemporary American art, there's no doubt that the United States has some of the world's most prestigious art museums.
—Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2026
This jewelry masterpiece totals over 57 carats.
—Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
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Brent Lang, Variety, 17 Mar. 2026
These young dancers will perform a mix of classical masterpieces and bold contemporary works by upcoming choreographers.
—Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026
Whether you're drawn to Renaissance masterpieces, modern installations, or contemporary American art, there's no doubt that the United States has some of the world's most prestigious art museums.
—Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2026
This jewelry masterpiece totals over 57 carats.
—Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for masterpiece
Noun
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Then Buttered Popcorn dethroned it in 1998, bumping the cherry classic from its perch.—
Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
1 Apr. 2026
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From popular chain restaurants to quick, convenient favorites, plenty of spots will be open on Easter Sunday, serving everything from brunch classics to comfort food staples.—
Doris Alvarez Cea,
Florida Times-Union,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Even Haghighi’s daring sense of form—his cornucopia of tones, styles, and genres—reflects his grandfather’s masterwork and suggests an expansion of Golestan’s audacious and original aesthetic.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
27 Mar. 2026
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Formed in Berlin, the Notos Quartett is known for its wide-ranging repertoire, spanning classical masterworks, rediscovered treasures and contemporary compositions.—
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
22 Mar. 2026
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“Masterpiece.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/masterpiece. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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