versatility

noun

ver·​sa·​til·​i·​ty ˌvər-sə-ˈti-lə-tē How to pronounce versatility (audio)
: the quality or state of being versatile
a writer of great versatility

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That kind of versatility and adaptability [works well] for the modern lifestyle. Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 17 June 2025 This experimentation builds confidence in AI's versatility while developing your ability to think creatively with AI as a partner. Caroline Castrillon, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025 While lavender has been seen in the fashion and beauty spaces for years, designers are finally ready to embrace its versatility. Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 14 June 2025 This one from Anker can fully charge your phone more than four times, weighs just 1.25 pounds, and has both USB and USB-C ports for maximum versatility. Maggie Horton, People.com, 13 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for versatility

Word History

Etymology

versatile + -ity

First Known Use

1668, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of versatility was in 1668

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“Versatility.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/versatility. Accessed 27 Jun. 2025.

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