MASTERSTROKE Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

masterstroke

noun

Definition of masterstroke

as in showpiece

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Recent Examples of masterstroke The move became a masterstroke. — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 15 May 2026 The Austrian Southern Railway Company managers’ masterstroke was to promote Opatija as a spa town no less salubrious—and no less glamorous—than Nice, the prime destination for convalescents in the age of tuberculosis. — Kevin West, Travel + Leisure, 8 May 2026 Despite a strong portfolio of whimsical, child-like work, Paper Trail may well be Hertzfeldt’s masterstroke. — Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 6 May 2026 Kaser’s masterstroke is in compounding these questions of agency with his deft writing style—there are motifs of holes, bottles, and explosions. — Alastair Shuttleworth, Pitchfork, 2 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for masterstroke

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Noun

The famous rings are now tilted some 9 degrees toward Earth, once again making this planet a showpiece for telescopic observation.

— Joe Rao, Space.com, 1 July 2026
While the property is a showpiece, the reason for selling is personal.

— David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 29 June 2026

Definition of showpiece

Noun

These were small masterpieces embellished with gold and vivid enamels.

— Selene Oliva, Glamour, 13 July 2026
Its highlights include St John’s Co-Cathedral, home to Caravaggio’s greatest and only signed masterpiece, and the Grand Master’s Palace, with its remarkable Palace Armoury.

— Jennifer Kester, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

Definition of masterpiece

Noun

Nearly 50 years later, Wayne is still touring his masterwork, finding new stage effects and guest stars (Liam Neeson has replaced Burton in later versions) to bring the invasion to life.

— Richard Edwards, Space.com, 4 July 2026
The Elgin Master Chorale’s 80th anniversary season will feature masterworks performed with the Elgin Symphony Orchestra, Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra and other guest artists.

— Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 26 June 2026

Definition of masterwork

Noun

For years, many consumers have continued to think of Next as a clothing retailer, yet those of us behind the scenes understand the power of this retail tour de force.

— Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
Kincaid calls the 1982 work a tour de force of the collection, and of Basquiat’s entire career.

— Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 26 June 2026