artistry

[ahr-ti-stree]

noun

1. artistic workmanship, effect, or quality.

2. artistic ability.

artistry

/ ˈɑːtɪstrɪ /

noun

1. artistic workmanship, ability, or quality

2. artistic pursuits

3. great skill

Word History and Origins

Origin of artistry¹

First recorded in 1865–70; artist + -ry

Example Sentences

A new book explores the life, legacy and artistry of Xavier ‘X’ Atencio, whose work as an early Walt Disney Imagineer is still felt today at Disneyland.

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Coming to my last question for you, how did this album impact your life 30 years later and impact your artistry?

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Maybe the heights of artistry are best achieved when they aren’t reserved for galleries but instead are modeled in all corners of life.

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The assembled liturgical objects, save one, bear witness to the highest levels of European artistry and craftsmanship of the period.

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No machine can match the artistry, he says.

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Related Words

• ability 
• accomplishment 
• brilliance 
• finesse 
• flair 
• genius 
• mastery 
• proficiency 
• style 
• talent 
• virtuosity 
• workmanship