virtuosity

noun

Definition of virtuositynext
as in proficiency
formal great ability or skill shown by a musician, performer, etc. Her virtuosity on the piano is amazing.

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Recent Examples of virtuosity In Night Walking, 1964, for instance, her tonal virtuosity is just beginning to percolate. — Jeremy Lybarger, Artforum, 2 June 2026 His genius was not merely technical virtuosity on the trumpet. — Bill Fischer, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026 Is virtuosity, on its own, enough? — Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 27 Apr. 2026 His technical virtuosity, distinctive tone, and pioneering use of the fretless electric bass showcased an unprecedented level of precision, expressiveness, and melodic control on the instrument. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for virtuosity
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  • Under their plan, students would need to demonstrate proficiency in interpreting data and navigating complex real-world documents as well as purely academic tasks like solving quadratic equations.
    — Tim Knowles, Fortune, 8 July 2026
  • For both pre-K-3 and pre-K-4 programs at public schools, families must meet qualifying criteria based on income, military status, English proficiency and more.
    — Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 July 2026
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