masterly

[ mas-ter-lee, mah-ster- ]
/ ˈmæs tər li, ˈmɑ stər- /
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adjective

like or befitting a master, as in skill or art; worthy of a master; very skillful: a masterly presentation of the budget.

adverb

in a masterly manner.

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Origin of masterly

First recorded in 1375–1425, masterly is from the late Middle English word maisterly.See master, -ly

words often confused with masterly

See masterful.

OTHER WORDS FROM masterly

mas·ter·li·ness, noun

WORDS THAT MAY BE CONFUSED WITH masterly

masterful, masterly (see usage note at masterful).

Words nearby masterly

masterful, master gland, master gunnery sergeant, master hand, master key, masterly, master mason, master mechanic, mastermind, Master of Arts, master of ceremonies
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Words related to masterly

skillful, masterful, excellent, superb, consummate, proficient

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British Dictionary definitions for masterly

masterly
/ (ˈmɑːstəlɪ) /

adjective

of the skill befitting a mastera masterly performance

Derived forms of masterly

masterliness, noun
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