1. a work of outstanding artistry, skill, or workmanship
2. the greatest work produced by an artist, writer, or craftsman

Examples

• The Mona Lisa is considered Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece.
• Her latest novel is truly a masterpiece of modern literature.
• The cathedral took decades to build and remains an architectural masterpiece.
• Many critics believe this symphony is Beethoven’s masterpiece.
• The chef’s chocolate soufflé was a culinary masterpiece.
• The handcrafted violin was the luthier’s masterpiece.
• This painting will be remembered as the artist’s masterpiece.