opus

/ˈoʊpəs/

Definitions

1. noun

a work of art, especially a musical composition, considered as a single, complete entity

“The composer’s magnum opus was a symphony that took him five years to complete.”

2. noun

the final product of a particular period of artistic production

“The opus of the Renaissance is characterized by its use of classical themes and motifs.”

3. noun

a book, especially one that is part of a series of books

“The latest opus in the sci-fi series has been a huge commercial success.”

4. noun

a written or artistic work, especially one that is considered to be a masterpiece

“The author’s opus on love and relationships has been widely acclaimed.”

Synonyms

  • masterpiece
  • work

Antonyms

  • disappointment
  • failure