masterful
adjective
dominating; self-willed; imperious.
masterfulness
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a word derived from
masterful.
Example Sentences
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The duration and complexity of “Semiramide,” composed as a finale to Gioachino Rossini’s career in Italy, foreshadow the masterfulness of his work in Paris.
From New York Times ● Sep. 6, 2017
And this, in turn, produces a paradoxical masterfulness; we see that it isn't information or research that Boo is bringing to us, but a quality of attention.
From The Guardian ● Jun. 29, 2012
In Louis Wiley power was conjoined with goodness, masterfulness of intellect with kindliness of heart.
From Time Magazine Archive
Liabilities of Paul McNutt begin with a masterfulness so driving it is sometimes repellent.
From Time Magazine Archive
I remembered the masterfulness and skill with which he had managed me; had he his plans for the handling of the Airds also?
From The Tower of Oblivion by Onions, Oliver [pseud.]
