Definition of Magnum opus

the single greatest work of an artist or writer

Examples of Magnum opus in a sentence

The author had written many books but didn’t release his magnum opus, Charlotte’s Web, until 1952.  🔊

Leonardo da Vinci is known for many things, but the Mona Lisa was his great magnum opus.  🔊

Nocturne op.9 no. 2 is Chopin’s magnum opus and is more famous than of his other pieces.  🔊

Many poets’ most famous works are published after they die, so they never get to see their magnum opus reach success.  🔊

After publishing her magnum opus, the author decided nothing else could top the masterpiece and retired.  🔊

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