Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
oeuvre
noun
/ˈəʊvrə/
Definition
The complete works or body of work produced by an artist, writer, or composer throughout their career.
Examples
- Shakespeare’s oeuvre includes many celebrated plays and sonnets.
- The artist’s oeuvre was showcased in a major exhibition at the gallery.
- Critics often analyze the oeuvre of well-known authors to understand their evolution over time.
Meaning
The term refers to the total output of someone in the creative professions, encapsulating all their contributions and creations.
Synonyms
- Body of work
- Portfolio
- Output
- Works
