master (Meaning)
master (n)
an artist of consummate skill
a person who has general authority over others
a combatant who is able to defeat rivals
directs the work of others
presiding officer of a school
an original creation (i.e., an audio recording) from which copies can be made
an officer who is licensed to command a merchant ship
someone who holds a master's degree from academic institution
an authority qualified to teach apprentices
key that secures entrance everywhere
master (v)
be or become completely proficient or skilled in
get on top of; deal with successfully
have dominance or the power to defeat over
have a firm understanding or knowledge of; be on top of
master (s)
most important element
master (n.)
A vessel having (so many) masts; -- used only in compounds; as, a two-master.
A male person having another living being so far subject to his will, that he can, in the main, control his or its actions; -- formerly used with much more extensive application than now. (a) The employer of a servant. (b) The owner of a slave. (c) The person to whom an apprentice is articled. (d) A sovereign, prince, or feudal noble; a chief, or one exercising similar authority. (e) The head of a household. (f) The male head of a school or college. (g) A male teacher. (h) The director of a number of persons performing a ceremony or sharing a feast. (i) The owner of a docile brute, -- especially a dog or horse. (j) The controller of a familiar spirit or other supernatural being.
One who uses, or controls at will, anything inanimate; as, to be master of one's time.
One who has attained great skill in the use or application of anything; as, a master of oratorical art.
A title given by courtesy, now commonly pronounced mister, except when given to boys; -- sometimes written Mister, but usually abbreviated to Mr.
A young gentleman; a lad, or small boy.
The commander of a merchant vessel; -- usually called captain. Also, a commissioned officer in the navy ranking next above ensign and below lieutenant; formerly, an officer on a man-of-war who had immediate charge, under the commander, of sailing the vessel.
A person holding an office of authority among the Freemasons, esp. the presiding officer; also, a person holding a similar office in other civic societies.
master (v. t.)
To become the master of; to subject to one's will, control, or authority; to conquer; to overpower; to subdue.
To gain the command of, so as to understand or apply; to become an adept in; as, to master a science.
To own; to posses.
master (v. i.)
To be skillful; to excel.
Synonyms & Antonyms of master
Synonyms:
- addict
- aficionado
- mistress
- devotee
- buff
- crackajack
- cognoscente
- Renaissance man
- dab
- jack-of-all-trades
- hired gun
- fan
- afficionado
- pro
- journeyman
Antonyms:
master Sentence Examples
- The chess master outwitted his opponent with a brilliant endgame strategy.
- The master chef created a masterpiece with intricate culinary techniques.
- The master teacher guided his students with patience and wisdom.
- The master craftsman built a magnificent piece of furniture with precision and artistry.
- The master gardener nurtured his garden with love and care, resulting in an oasis of beauty.
- The master linguist spoke multiple languages with fluency and eloquence.
- The master musician played the violin with such passion that the audience was entranced.
- The master detective solved the mystery with meticulous observation and deductive reasoning.
- The master swordsman defeated his foes with skill and grace.
- The master manipulator controlled people's thoughts and actions with cunning and deceit.
FAQs About the word master
an artist of consummate skill, a person who has general authority over others, a combatant who is able to defeat rivals, directs the work of others, presiding o
wizard, adept, maestro, scholar, artist, authority, guru, virtuoso,expert, connoisseur
amateur, beginner, novice,amateur, beginner, apprentice, apprentice, novice, inexpert,neophyte
The chess master outwitted his opponent with a brilliant endgame strategy.
The master chef created a masterpiece with intricate culinary techniques.
The master teacher guided his students with patience and wisdom.
The master craftsman built a magnificent piece of furniture with precision and artistry.