versatility

noun

ver·​sa·​til·​i·​ty ˌvər-sə-ˈti-lə-tē 

: the quality or state of being versatile

a writer of great versatility

Examples of versatility in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Ton develops her versatility while training with the Irvine Novaquatics club under coach Nathan Wilcox, who also coaches her at Fountain Valley. —Dan Albano, Oc Register, 8 June 2026

The current labor market’s direction is anyone’s guess, so versatility might be an asset for young workers. —Tristan Bove, Fortune, 8 June 2026

The classic black-and-white print works with everything, making this a smart choice for travelers who want maximum versatility with minimal packing. —Amanda Eyre Ward, Travel + Leisure, 8 June 2026

Serena & Lily delivers on everything from coastal bedding to decor to me, and even though this is still true with this set, the versatility of the bedding deserves some love. —Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 6 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

versatile + -ity

First Known Use

1668, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for versatility

• affability
• audibility
• bistability
• capability
• changeability
• contractility
• credibility
• culpability
• disability
• disutility
• durability
• fallibility