Definition of masterly Masterly

/mæˈstɚli/ - [masterlee] - mas•ter•ly

We found 9 definitions of masterly from 5 different sources.

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What does masterly mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Adjective

masterly - having or revealing supreme mastery or skill; "a consummate artist"; "consummate skill"; "a masterful speaker"; "masterful technique"; "a masterly performance of the sonata"; "a virtuoso performance"
  consummate, masterful, virtuoso
  skilled having or showing or requiring special skill; "only the most skilled gymnasts make an Olympic team"; "a skilled surgeon has many years of training and experience"; "a skilled reconstruction of her damaged elbow"; "a skilled trade"
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  • masterly (Adverb)
    In a masterful manner; competently.
  • masterly (Adjective)
    That has been executed in the manner of one who is a master; extremely competently.
  • masterly (Adjective)
    Imperious; domineering; arbitrary.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • masterly (a.)
    Suitable to, or characteristic of, a master; indicating thorough knowledge or superior skill and power; showing a master's hand; as, a masterly design; a masterly performance; a masterly policy.
  • masterly (a.)
    Imperious; domineering; arbitrary.
  • masterly (adv.)
    With the skill of a master.

OmegaWiki DictionaryOmegaWiki Dictionary Ω

  • masterly
    That has been executed in the manner of one who is a master; extremely competently.

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  • masterly, adjective.

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