masterful

Meaning

  1. Of or pertaining to the manner of a master of an art, technique, profession, or craft; masterly.
  2. In the manner of a master; very skillful.
  3. Having or showing the qualities of a master vis-a-vis a dependent or subordinate; authoritative; domineering.

Frequency

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Etymology

In summary

From Middle English maysterful, maistrefull, equivalent to master + -ful.

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