bravura

adjective

Definition of bravuranext
as in virtuoso
accomplished with trained ability a truly bravura performance of the ballet that brought the crowd to its feet

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Recent Examples of bravura Thus enfranchised, Hackman took on Richard Harris’ elegant killer English Bob with gusto, mixing in a bravura oratorical gavotte with ample kicks to the ribs, and summoning the Best Supporting Actor trophy. — Fred Schruers, IndieWire, 27 Feb. 2025 In this balance lies the bravura, idiosyncratic source of Murakami’s popularity. — Randy Boyagoda, The Atlantic, 27 Nov. 2024 Sanders, on the other hand — in the most outrageously, satisfyingly bravura role of his career — doubles down on the stereotype. — Peter Marks, Washington Post, 28 Sep. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bravura
  1. masterful
  2. artistic
  3. skillful
  4. delicate
Adjective
  • The song is punctuated with a dizzying guitar solo, a reflection of the album’s masterful instrumentation that feels connected to the sprawling guitar work of Mk.gee, another shadowy pop force.
    — Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 3 Apr. 2025
  • Ron Howard, a legendary filmmaker, delivers a masterful vision at the peak of his craft.
    — Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2025
Definition of masterful
Adjective
  • Part of the Chapitre Six Hotels collection, Hana exudes quiet sophistication, with interiors by architect and designer Laura Gonzalez and artistic director Olivier Leone.
    — Jenn Rice, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025
  • Foreman was a director and pioneer of America’s artistic and intellectual avant-garde.
    — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 27 Mar. 2025
Definition of artistic
Adjective
  • Hiring managers must learn to distinguish between misuse and skillful application to capture a candidate’s ability to tackle real-world challenges.
    — Bing Yu Yap, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
  • He is known for his skillful wedge game and a booming drive, but at Memorial Park, his whole game coalesced perfectly.
    — Ben Morse, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2025
Definition of skillful
Adjective
  • After more than 30 years, Wimberley Glassworks still flourishes and its gallery is bursting with color—plates in kaleidoscopic shades, delicate pieces glowing brightly on tables, sculptures fanning out in rainbows over the walls, as if outraged by the white paint.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 29 Mar. 2025
  • Reinforcing its status as a rising force in contemporary fashion, Ann Andelman’s boutique launch coincides with the release of the label’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection — a range that explores the delicate balance between sensibility and emotion through a dreamlike visual narrative.
    — Angela Lei, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
Definition of delicate

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“Bravura.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bravura. Accessed 9 Apr. 2025.

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