mastership
/'mɑ:stəʃip/
Học thuậtThân thiện
Definition
- Noun:
- The position or office of a master: The state or condition of being a master, particularly in terms of holding authority, leadership, or a formal title.
- The skill or knowledge of a master: The high level of expertise, proficiency, or command characteristic of a master in a particular field or craft.
Examples of Usage
Referring to the position or office:
- He was appointed to the mastership of the college. (He was given the leadership position of the college.)
- The mastership of the guild is a highly respected role. (The leadership position of the guild is a highly respected role.)
Referring to the skill or knowledge:
- Her mastership of the violin is evident in every performance. (Her expert skill with the violin is evident in every performance.)
- The book demonstrates the author's complete mastership of the subject. (The book demonstrates the author's complete command of the subject.)
Advanced Usage
"To attain mastership": to achieve the status or skill level of a master.
- After decades of study, he finally attained mastership in the art of calligraphy.
"A display of mastership": a demonstration of expert skill.
- The final move was a brilliant display of chess mastership.
Variants and Related Words
- Master (n): A person with authority, control, or superior skill in an area.
- Mastery (n): Comprehensive knowledge or skill in a subject or accomplishment. (Note: 'Mastery' is a close synonym, often emphasizing the of skill, while 'mastership' can emphasize the or of being a master).
Synonyms
- Expertise: Expert skill or knowledge in a particular field.
- Command: Mastery or control, especially of a subject or skill.
- Leadership: The position or function of a leader.
Related Phrases
- "In mastership of": Having control or command over something.
- He is in full mastership of the situation. (He has complete control of the situation.)
Noun
- the position of master
- the skill of a master