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

This versatility will appeal to photographers who want one lens to cover multiple bases. —Tantse Walter, Space.com, 18 Feb. 2026

Round 7, Keeshawn Silver, NT, USC The Bills need some depth at nose tackle behind Deone Walker, and usually in the draft, the big-bodied, block-occupying players who can play zero technique tend to have less value on draft day because of their lack of versatility. —Joe Buscaglia, New York Times, 18 Feb. 2026

Emphasizing its versatility, the collection also includes cozy new jackets, including the Teddy half zip, everyday bomber and year-round Terry off-the-shoulder sweatshirt. —Julia Teti, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026

Moore is expected to compete for the starting second base job, but the Angels began exploring his versatility last fall. —Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 17 Feb. 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