grandmaster
1 of 1noun/ˈɡrændˌmæstər/
Forms:grandmasters
1
the highest title a player can achieve, awarded by FIDE to players who have demonstrated exceptional skill and achievement in chess tournaments and matches
A grandmaster (GM) is the highest title in chess, given to players who show exceptional skill. To earn this title, a player must perform well in important competitions and reach a certain rating that shows they are among the best. Once someone becomes a grandmaster, they keep the title for life. Grandmasters are known for their deep understanding of the game and have made important contributions to chess. Achieving this title takes many years of hard work, practice, and success in top-level games.
- Becoming a grandmaster is a dream for many chess players, but it takes a lot of dedication and skill.
- After years of practice and winning several tournaments, she finally earned the title of grandmaster in chess.
- Although he was a grandmaster, he remained humble and always helped younger players improve.
- It took her decades of hard work to reach the level of grandmaster, but she never gave up.