multipurpose

adjective

Definition of multipurposenext
as in general-purpose
having more than one use or purpose multipurpose furniture The band practiced in the school's multipurpose room.

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Recent Examples of multipurpose Whether that area is confined to a city balcony or a modest suburban backyard, clever planning, smart planting, and flexible design can craft a multipurpose garden. — Jesse Dorris, Architectural Digest, 23 June 2026 Its ingenious, multipurpose formula is ideal for me, who becomes stressed when my minimalist makeup routine involves more than four products. — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 20 June 2026 Previous phases added multipurpose turf fields, playgrounds, a challenge course, and a backyard games area with bocce and croquet courts, among other amenities. — Sofia Montoya-Deck, Baltimore Sun, 15 June 2026 Browse And Shop For Work By Local Makers At Maker Exchange, a multipurpose public space located by The Tennessean Hotel, Marriott Knoxville Downtown, and World’s Fair Exhibition Hall, bright colors and graphic patterns draw visitors inside. — Caroline Rogers, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for multipurpose
Recent Examples of Synonyms for multipurpose
  1. general-purpose
  2. universal
  3. adjustable
  4. adaptable
  5. versatile
Adjective
  • XPeng says the facility is designed to bring its automotive manufacturing expertise into robotics as competition intensifies among companies developing general-purpose humanoid robots.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Article 55 of the AI Act requires providers of general-purpose AI models deemed to pose systemic risk to report serious incidents to the AI Office within 15 days, and the most severe incidents within two days.
    — Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of general-purpose
Adjective
  • This part — two brothers who respect each others’ artistic gifts (most of the time) but cannot stand each other personally — is not universal but incredibly specific.
    — Nate Jones, Vulture, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Its biggest advantage today is often in moving information, rather than replacing the transistor as the universal building block of computing.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of universal
Adjective
  • An adjustable-rate mortgage is your other option for a home loan.
    — Rebecca Safier, USA Today, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Key components to look out for include those Extra-Wide labels, yes, but also roomy toe boxes, stretchy uppers, adjustable closure (via straps or laces), and accommodating, stabilizing platforms that keep feet in proper alignment.
    — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of adjustable
Adjective
  • One lesson from the artwork is that humans are endlessly adaptable.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 7 Sep. 2026
  • It is intended to provide Kadena with a more capable and adaptable combat aircraft while sustaining the base’s ability to generate ready airpower in a strategically important region.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of adaptable
Adjective
  • The club see him as a versatile player who fits their tactical system and possesses significant potential.
    — Tim Spiers, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
  • From anti-theft purses that look like chic handbags to polished trousers that feel more like comfy sweatpants, these styles are versatile, functional, and comfortable to boot—and prices start at just $8.
    — Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of versatile

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“Multipurpose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/multipurpose. Accessed 10 Sep. 2026.

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