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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With great size and a terrific first step, Uiagalelei (6-5, 270) combines quick, active hands with great length as a versatile, savvy pass rusher who has not yet hit his ceiling.
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Nick Baumgardner, New York Times, 10 July 2025
This versatile tool features interchangeable barrels, brushes, and drying attachments for customizable styling.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 10 July 2025
Balsamic Vinaigrette As a versatile dressing, balsamic vinaigrette has a distinct tart and acidic taste that is typically lower in calories, sodium, and sugar.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 10 July 2025
McLaurin would instantly become Allen's top target and perfectly augment the versatile Khalil Shakir and developing Keon Coleman to form the nucleus of a passing attack that has potential rate among the best in the league.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 July 2025
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Nick Baumgardner, New York Times, 10 July 2025
This versatile tool features interchangeable barrels, brushes, and drying attachments for customizable styling.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 10 July 2025
Balsamic Vinaigrette As a versatile dressing, balsamic vinaigrette has a distinct tart and acidic taste that is typically lower in calories, sodium, and sugar.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 10 July 2025
McLaurin would instantly become Allen's top target and perfectly augment the versatile Khalil Shakir and developing Keon Coleman to form the nucleus of a passing attack that has potential rate among the best in the league.
—Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for versatile
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This shirt dress can easily be worn to a beachside dinner or as a poolside coverup, and shoppers love it for its smooth, breezy material, adaptable style, and relaxed yet stylish fit.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
8 July 2025
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Instead, the future of the energy sector will be defined by adaptable innovation.—
Vaishali Nigam Sinha,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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“Versatile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/versatile. Accessed 17 Jul. 2025.
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