virtuoso
|vir-tu-o-so|
🇺🇸
/ˌvɜːr.tʃuˈoʊ.soʊ/
🇬🇧
/ˌvɜː.tʃuˈəʊ.səʊ/
highly skilled
Etymology
'virtuoso' originates from Italian, specifically the word 'virtuoso,' where 'virtù' meant 'virtue' or 'skill.'
'virtuoso' changed from the Italian word 'virtuoso' and eventually became the modern English word 'virtuoso.'
Initially, it meant 'a person with skill or virtue,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person highly skilled in music or another artistic pursuit.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person highly skilled in music or another artistic pursuit.
The pianist was a virtuoso, captivating the audience with his performance.
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Noun 2
an expert or master in any field.
She is a virtuoso in the field of molecular biology.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42