artistry

noun

art·​ist·​ry ˈär-tə-strē How to pronounce artistry (audio)
1
: artistic quality of effect or workmanship
the artistry of his novel
2
: artistic ability
the artistry of the violinist
a lawyer's artistry in persuading juries

Examples of artistry in a Sentence

We admired the singer's artistry. the artistry of her novel
Recent Examples on the Web As her popularity has grown, Wilson has flexed different facets of her artistry — and scored radio hits — by both releasing solo songs and featuring on duets with male artists. Melinda Newman, Billboard, 9 May 2024 No trio did as much as Ellington, Armstrong, and Basie to set the table for the insurrection by opening white America’s ears and souls to the grace of their music and their personalities, demonstrating the virtues of Black artistry and Black humanity. Larry Tye, TIME, 9 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for artistry 

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Word History

Etymology

artist + -ry

First Known Use

1765, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of artistry was in 1765

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“Artistry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/artistry. Accessed 13 May. 2024.

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artistry

noun
art·​ist·​ry ˈärt-ə-strē How to pronounce artistry (audio)
1
: artistic quality of effect or skill
the artistry of her novel
2
: artistic ability

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