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artistry

gb/ˈɑɹtɪstɹi/ us/ˈɑɹtɪstɹi/
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Zelfstandig naamwoord C1 property
1

creative skill in art

great skill in making art or performing.

Gebruikspatroon: [someone]'s artistry (as/in [art form])
Veelgemaakte fout:
Often confused with art (the activity or works) rather than artistry (the skill/quality).
Synoniemen
virtuosity (emphasizes exceptional technical skill, especially in performance.) | craft (highlights practiced technique and making skills.)
Antoniemen
clumsiness (lack of skill and grace in execution.) | ineptitude (general lack of ability.)
Woordcombinaties
musical artistry |artistic artistry |vocal artistry |comic artistry |performing artistry |her artistry as a painter |his artistry on the piano |the artistry of [artist] |remarkable artistry |sheer artistry
Thema's
arts |creativity |skills
Voorbeelden
  • Her artistry as a violinist is clear in every phrase she plays.
  • The dancer’s artistry turned a simple routine into something memorable.
  • People come to the gallery to admire the artist’s artistry and control of color.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
  • I admire her artistry.
  • His artistry made the concert special.
Zelfstandig naamwoord C1 property
2

artistic beauty or refinement

the artistic beauty or quality of something.

Gebruikspatroon: the artistry of [work/scene/design]
Veelgemaakte fout:
Learners may use artistic for this idea; artistry is a noun meaning the quality itself.
Synoniemen
elegance (focuses on graceful, pleasing style, not necessarily art.) | aesthetic quality (more formal; emphasizes visual or sensory appeal.)
Antoniemen
crudity (roughness or lack of refinement.) | ugliness (absence of beauty or pleasing form.)
Woordcombinaties
visual artistry |cinematic artistry |the artistry of the film |the artistry of the design |quiet artistry |subtle artistry |the book’s artistry |technical brilliance and artistry |pure artistry |understated artistry
Thema's
arts |media |aesthetics
Voorbeelden
  • The artistry of the animation is what sets the series apart.
  • Even critics who disliked the plot praised the film’s artistry.
  • The room has a calm artistry created through light, texture, and space.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
  • I love the artistry of this painting.
Zelfstandig naamwoord B2 property
3

creative skill in practical work

great creative skill in something like cooking or design.

Gebruikspatroon: artistry in [field/activity]
Veelgemaakte fout:
Avoid using artistry when you mean art supplies or artworks; it usually refers to skill/quality.
Synoniemen
mastery (emphasizes complete control and high competence, less about creativity.) | craftsmanship (stresses careful making and quality, often more practical than expressive.)
Antoniemen
amateurism (lack of professional-level skill.) | sloppiness (careless work and poor finish.)
Woordcombinaties
culinary artistry |makeup artistry |hair artistry |garden artistry |engineering artistry |design artistry |the artistry of the chef |product artistry |expert artistry |meticulous artistry
Thema's
food |fashion |design |work |skills
Voorbeelden
  • The dessert showed real culinary artistry, with bold flavors and precise plating.
  • Her makeup artistry transformed the actors for the stage.
  • The brand built its reputation on the artistry of its leatherwork.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
  • This cake shows great artistry.
Zelfstandig naamwoord C2 property
4

clever, skillful presentation

a very skillful way of presenting something.

Gebruikspatroon: artistry in [writing/speech/marketing]
Veelgemaakte fout:
This sense can sound critical in context; it may imply style over substance.
Synoniemen
showmanship (emphasizes entertaining display, sometimes with less sincerity.) | flair (suggests stylishness and confidence, usually informal.)
Antoniemen
plainness (lack of style or decoration in how something is presented.) | bluntness (direct, unadorned expression rather than crafted presentation.)
Woordcombinaties
verbal artistry |narrative artistry |marketing artistry |political artistry |rhetorical artistry |artistry in persuasion |presentation artistry |stylistic artistry |considerable artistry |careful artistry
Thema's
communication |media |business
Voorbeelden
  • With a bit of narrative artistry, the report reads like a story.
  • The product’s success owes as much to marketing artistry as to engineering.
  • His speech had artistry, but it didn’t answer the main question.
Grammatica
Lemmavorm
artistry
IPA
GB/ˈɑɹtɪstɹi/
US/ˈɑɹtɪstɹi/
Lettergrepen en klemtoon
artistry (1 lettergreep)
Stress on 1st syllable (artistry)
Woordvormen
Noun
  • Base: artistry
  • Plural: artistry
Woordfamilie
Core family
art noun A2 artist noun A2 artistic adjective B1
Related words
artistically adverb B2 artwork noun B1 artisan noun
Negative and opposite forms
unartistic adjective
Advanced or less common
artful adjective B2 artisanal adjective
Uitdrukkingen

a touch of artistry

1
/ə tˈʌt͡ʃ əv ˈɑɹtɪstɹi/
fixed phrase

a small artistic addition

a little artistic detail.

Voorbeelden
  • A touch of artistry makes the invitations feel personal.
  • She added a touch of artistry with hand-drawn borders.
  • Even a touch of artistry can lift a plain outfit.

appreciate the artistry

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/əpɹˈiʃiˌeɪt ðə ˈɑɹtɪstɹi/
fixed phrase

recognize artistic quality

to see and value the artistic skill.

Voorbeelden
  • You don’t have to like the genre to appreciate the artistry.
  • Over time, she learned to appreciate the artistry of classic films.
  • It helps to see the piece in person to appreciate the artistry.

artistry at its best

1
/ˈɑɹtɪstɹi ˈæt ˈɪts bˈɛst/
fixed phrase

the highest level of artistry

the best, most impressive artistry.

Voorbeelden
  • The final scene is artistry at its best.
  • In this album, you hear artistry at its best—bold, precise, and moving.
  • For many fans, the performance was artistry at its best.

display artistry

1
/dɪsplˈeɪ ˈɑɹtɪstɹi/
fixed phrase

show artistic skill

to show great artistic skill.

Voorbeelden
  • The guitarist displayed artistry as well as speed.
  • The designer displayed artistry in the careful use of texture.
  • Throughout the season, the team displayed artistry in attack.

with artistry

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/wˈɪθ ˈɑɹtɪstɹi/
fixed phrase

in an artistic way

in a very skillful, artistic way.

Voorbeelden
  • The scene is filmed with artistry and restraint.
  • She combines colors with artistry, even in small sketches.
  • The chef plated the dish with artistry.

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