Masterly Definition

măstər-lē
adjective
Showing the ability or skill of a master; expert.
A masterly job of repair work.
Webster's New World

That has been executed in the manner of one who is a master; extremely competently.

Her years of experience enabled her to render a masterly performance.
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Imperious; domineering; arbitrary.
Wiktionary
adverb
With the skill of a master.
American Heritage

In a masterful manner; competently.

When playing the violin his masterly bowing technique was a joy to hear.
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Origin of Masterly

  • From master +"Ž -ly.

    From Wiktionary

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