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

Owens makes the cut thanks to his experience, positional versatility and special teams duties. — James Boyd, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026

Copper responds instantly for precision, while stainless steel delivers durability and versatility across all cooktops – including induction. — ABC News, 17 Aug. 2026

Crisp poplin picks aren’t the only nighties worth noting—longline maxis have endless versatility throughout the season, as do slinky black slips. — Laura Jackson, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2026

Try an English Countryside Cottage Aesthetic One of the benefits of avocado green is its versatility, which allows the hue to work with a wide variety of different aesthetics. — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Aug. 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