Synonyms of masterwork

masterwork

noun

ˈma-stər-ˌwərk 

as in masterpiece

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

his most famous novel is regarded as a masterwork of Western literature

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of masterwork

These prelude performances are short, without intermission and showcase selected pieces from musical masterworks. — Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 13 July 2026

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

Meanwhile, a prodigious weekly outpouring of masterworks from Motown laid the groundwork for my teen-age love of jazz. — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 21 June 2026