c. 1300, "fond of being a master," from master (n.) + -ful. Sense evolved through "having capabilities to command" (c. 1400) to "characterized by a master's skill" (1610s). Related: Masterfully.
实用例句
1. Big, successful moves need bold, masterful managers.
重大而成功的举措需要既大胆又善于控制局势的经理来实施。
来自柯林斯例句
2. The violinist gave a masterful performance.
小提琴家进行了一场精彩的演奏.
来自《现代英汉综合大词典》
3. He spoke in a masterful manner.
他讲话时样子威严.
来自《现代英汉综合大词典》
4. He was managing everything in a self - confident and masterful fashion.
他用一种 自信 的、指使人的态度安排每件事情.
来自辞典例句
5. He was throughout his period the masterful opponent of all emergency measures.
