MAGNUM OPUSES Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

magnum opuses

noun

plural of magnum opus

as in masterpieces

something (as a work of art) that is a great achievement and often its creator's greatest achievement this symphony is usually considered Beethoven's magnum opus

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masterpieces

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Situated in an elegant French neoclassical building in Barcelona’s Eixample district, the hotel puts you just footsteps away from luxury shopping, restaurants adored by locals, and masterpieces by Gaudí and other Spanish architects.

— Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 7 July 2026
Fruity nail decals are surprisingly customizable and come in dainty glass-like finishes, 3D masterpieces, and more.

— Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 5 July 2026

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