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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Carter could be asked to tap into his versatility with a role in the second level Sunday, as the Giants could be without starting linebacker Micah McFadden. Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Sep. 2025 This versatility has caught the attention of retailers as well as brands. Footwear News, 12 Sep. 2025 That means versatility is huge, and moving her body in different ways is essential to success—kind of like built-in cross-training. Cindy Kuzma, SELF, 11 Sep. 2025 The brand is blowing up for its bold designs, playful colorways, and the distinct versatility of its catalog. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 11 Sep. 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 17 Sep. 2025.

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