virtuosity

[vur-choo-os-i-tee]

noun

1. the character, ability, or skill of a virtuoso.

2. a fondness for or interest in virtu.

Word History and Origins

Origin of virtuosity¹

First recorded in 1665–75; virtuos(o) + -ity

Example Sentences

Yet the virtuosity came with the vision; it was imposed on him before he imposed it on the page.

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You barely notice the extraordinary virtuosity, so natural is the sentiment.

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Hers is a virtuosity that doesn’t ask for pity or applause or even link arms with the stricken-but-defiant disease-playing headliners who have gone before her.

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The vivacity of the art form broke through the screen courtesy of Erivo’s capacity to blast through any barrier with her truthful virtuosity.

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At the same time, writer-director Saxon’s own virtuosity, occasionally aggressive, eventually leaves our hopes for real emotions wanting, once we’ve become attuned to the dazzle.

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Related Words

• ability 
• comprehension 
• dexterity 
• familiarity 
• finesse 
• genius 
• grasp 
• knack 
• know-how 
• knowledge 
• proficiency 
• prowess 
• skill 
• understanding 
• wizardry