as in classic
something (as a work of art) that is a great achievement and often its creator's greatest achievement
Michelangelo's frescoes in the Sistine Chapel are often considered to be his masterpieces
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The home country of this dark and enduring masterpiece from 1985 is the eerily-retrograde Republic of Gilead, in which women who once held jobs and led independent lives are now strictly controlled and monitored, valued only for their ovaries and their obedience.
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Dan Fesperman
july 22, Literary Hub, 22 July 2025
The shadow of the Maysles brothers looms large over the surprise winner of the 59th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, a documentary that can’t help but summon up the spirit of the duo’s 1975 masterpiece Grey Gardens.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 12 July 2025
The point is: No one ever gripes about the ending of these movies, and they’re all considered wildly successful best-in-class fantasy action masterpieces.
—James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 11 July 2025
Most importantly, Spencer said, think of the squares this masterpiece will be cut into.
—John Tuohy, IndyStar, 11 July 2025
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Dan Fesperman
july 22, Literary Hub, 22 July 2025
The shadow of the Maysles brothers looms large over the surprise winner of the 59th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, a documentary that can’t help but summon up the spirit of the duo’s 1975 masterpiece Grey Gardens.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 12 July 2025
The point is: No one ever gripes about the ending of these movies, and they’re all considered wildly successful best-in-class fantasy action masterpieces.
—James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 11 July 2025
Most importantly, Spencer said, think of the squares this masterpiece will be cut into.
—John Tuohy, IndyStar, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for masterpiece
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The film didn’t perform well, but the soundtrack has become a cult classic, and now, The Pick of Destiny has become a commercial success.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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During a stay, guests are privy to elaborate breakfast spreads that present Mexican classics like huevos rancheros and chilaquiles in the highest quality manner with ingredients sourced from traditional markets around the city.—
Michaela Trimble,
Vogue,
13 July 2025
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Panthers a ‘Team of Year’ finalist at ESPY Awards: ESPN’s masterwork in self-promotion marks its 33rd annual ESPY Awards this Wednesday in L.A., with comedian Shane Gillis hosting.—
Greg Cote
July 13,
Miami Herald,
13 July 2025
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It is considered a masterwork not only of the group, but of their entire musical generation.—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
11 June 2025
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“Masterpiece.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/masterpiece. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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