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
Liabilities of Paul McNutt begin with a masterfulness so driving it is sometimes repellent.
From Time Magazine Archive
Kemal, ardent feminist, mixed in matters that did not concern her and was apt to treat her spouse with high-handed masterfulness.
From Time Magazine Archive
Led by curiosity as much as by the new masterfulness in his tone, Luella turned back a step and seated herself on the stile that led into the apple-orchard.
From Travelers Five Along Life's Highway by Annie F. (Annie Fellows) Johnston
