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 league always has room for steady, versatile O-linemen who are allergic to getting their quarterback hit.
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Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2026
For those looking for a versatile gaming system at a reduced price, this bundle delivers the full Nintendo Switch experience with fewer upfront costs.
—Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 10 Apr. 2026
This versatile 2-in-1 pet car seat seamlessly transitions from a secure car seat to a cozy bed, featuring waterproof fabric and adjustable safety belts for worry-free transit.
—Rachel Cortez, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
Stearns added both right-handers as free-agent newcomers to the Mets’ bullpen along with closer Devin Williams and versatile reliever Tobias Myers, who are off to great starts.
—Will Sammon, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026
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Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2026
For those looking for a versatile gaming system at a reduced price, this bundle delivers the full Nintendo Switch experience with fewer upfront costs.
—Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 10 Apr. 2026
This versatile 2-in-1 pet car seat seamlessly transitions from a secure car seat to a cozy bed, featuring waterproof fabric and adjustable safety belts for worry-free transit.
—Rachel Cortez, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
Stearns added both right-handers as free-agent newcomers to the Mets’ bullpen along with closer Devin Williams and versatile reliever Tobias Myers, who are off to great starts.
—Will Sammon, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for versatile
adaptable
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The lesson of history, in some sense, is that being adaptable, and having curiosity and a willingness to try out new technologies and new tools, that’s where young people have have flourished the most in the past.—
Matthew Heimer,
Fortune,
7 Apr. 2026
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The best leaders build adaptable, curious people who love learning.—
Rolling Stone Culture Council,
Rolling Stone,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Versatile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/versatile. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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