C2
virtue vs virtuosity
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| virtuenoun/ˈvɜːr.tʃuː/ | Meaning a good quality in a person's character, such as honesty or patience; also an advantage | Goes with by virtue of | Example She got the job by virtue of her experience working abroad. |
| virtuositynoun/ˌvɜːr.tʃuˈɑː.sə.ti/ | Meaning very great skill, especially in playing music or performing | Goes with technical virtuosity | Example The film is a showcase of the director's technical virtuosity. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Honesty is considered a moral in most cultures.