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opus

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of opus

a literary, musical, or artistic production
  • The composer's final opus was performed posthumously to great acclaim.
Synonyms of opus

composition, number, piece, work
Words Related to opus

classic, magnum opus, masterpiece, pièce de résistance, showpiece

model, outline, sketch

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