Definition

A piece of creative work, such as a painting, drawing, or sculpture, that is made to express ideas or emotions.

Example

The gallery displayed a stunning artwork that captured the beauty of nature.

Conversation

Did you see the new artwork at the gallery downtown?

Yeah, I went there last weekend, and it was amazing!

I loved how vibrant the colors were in that one piece.

Totally! It really made the artwork stand out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Artwork is formed from "art" (from Latin "ars", meaning skill or craft) and "work" (from Old English "weorc", meaning effort or labor). The word "artwork" refers to a piece created through skill and effort, typically in a visual form.

Memory Tip

Think of 'skill' ('art') combined with 'effort' ('work') to remember that 'artwork' is something created with skill and labor.

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