MASTERLY


Meaning of MASTERLY in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈmas-tər-lē ]

adjective

Date: 15th century

1. : suitable to or resembling that of a master ; especially : indicating thorough knowledge or superior skill and power

a masterly performance

2. : having the power and skill of a master

she's masterly at description — Caroline Knapp

Usage: see masterful

• mas·ter·li·ness noun

• masterly adverb

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.