as in adaptable
able to do many different kinds of things
a versatile baseball player can play any position this tool is versatile enough to serve as a wrench or pliers
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Recent Examples of versatile
The Corsair Scimitar Elite Wireless SE is one of the most versatile and capable mice Corsair has ever made.
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Sascha Brodsky, PC Magazine, 25 Aug. 2025
That’s good news for gardeners, because these versatile plants produce stunning blooms.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 25 Aug. 2025
This classic blue wash is versatile enough to wear it in all seasons.
—Renata Joffre, Glamour, 23 Aug. 2025
So as your peruse your garden this summer, be on the lookout for this versatile and satisfying treat.
—Khalil Alhajal, Freep.com, 14 Aug. 2025
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Sascha Brodsky, PC Magazine, 25 Aug. 2025
That’s good news for gardeners, because these versatile plants produce stunning blooms.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 25 Aug. 2025
This classic blue wash is versatile enough to wear it in all seasons.
—Renata Joffre, Glamour, 23 Aug. 2025
So as your peruse your garden this summer, be on the lookout for this versatile and satisfying treat.
—Khalil Alhajal, Freep.com, 14 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for versatile
Recent Examples of Synonyms for versatile
adaptable
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Cool, creamy and endlessly adaptable, yogurt has been winning over food lovers for centuries.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
13 Aug. 2025
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For Leibovitz, the journey has always been about staying alert, adaptable and deeply engaged with the world.—
Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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“Versatile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/versatile. Accessed 2 Sep. 2025.
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