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US/ˌvɜːr.tʃuˈɑː.sə.ti/
UK/ˌvɜː.tʃuˈɒs.ə.ti/
very great skill, especially in playing music or performing
In context
The young pianist played with a virtuosity that amazed the jury.
Critics praised the dancers' virtuosity but found the story thin.
The film is a showcase of the director's technical virtuosity.
Words that go with virtuosity
adjective + noun
- technical virtuosityTechnical virtuosity alone does not move an audience.
- sheer virtuosityThe guitar solo was a moment of sheer virtuosity.
- dazzling virtuosityShe played the piece with dazzling virtuosity.
noun + preposition
- display of virtuosityThe concert was a stunning display of virtuosity.
- virtuosity ofWe were amazed by the virtuosity of the drummers.