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versatility

noun

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

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Though the Dodgers may look to give some of their young prospects more time playing at the big-league level, Hernández's versatility was incredibly useful, especially in the postseason. Shaun McAvoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2025 That versatility is a big reason the Horned Frogs have gotten off to such a hot start, as Suarez has been the perfect complement to Miles and Hunter. Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Dec. 2025 Tyson is a route-technician with inside-out versatility and the ability to make plays at all three levels. Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Dec. 2025 The assortment reflects that versatility. Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 4 Dec. 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 8 Dec. 2025.

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