virtuosity

virtuosity
virtuosity (n.) late 15c., "manly qualities," from M.L. virtuositas, from L.L. virtuosus (see VIRTUOSO (Cf. virtuoso)). As "skill or abilities of a virtuoso," 1670s, from VIRTUOSO (Cf. virtuoso) + -ITY (Cf. -ity).

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  • virtuosity — [[t]vɜ͟ː(r)tʃuɒ̱sɪti[/t]] N UNCOUNT: oft with poss The virtuosity of someone such as an artist or sports player is their great skill. At that time, his virtuosity on the trumpet had no parallel in jazz …   English dictionary

  • virtuosity — vir|tu|os|i|ty [ ,vɜrtʃu asəti ] noun uncount a high level of skill, especially in playing music: a dazzling display of virtuosity …   Usage of the words and phrases in modern English

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  • virtuosity — noun (U) formal a very high degree of skill in performing: the violinist s incredible virtuosity …   Longman dictionary of contemporary English

  • virtuosity — noun the architect s virtuosity Syn: skill, skillfulness, mastery, expertise, prowess, proficiency, ability, aptitude; excellence, brilliance, talent, genius, artistry, flair, panache, finesse, wizardry; informal know how, chops …   Thesaurus of popular words

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