versatility

noun

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

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The Nuggets restored hope with their moves, creating versatility without compromising experience. Troy Renck, Denver Post, 4 Aug. 2025 Polk brings outside-inside versatility and can still bring upside as a 2024 second-round pick. Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 4 Aug. 2025 So when Vanity Fair pointed out that his versatility as a performer has come under fire, Clooney didn't hesitate to clap back. Shania Russell, EW.com, 4 Aug. 2025 The versatility Fitzpatrick brings is a byproduct of also being able to move other safeties around, with Weaver noting Ifeatu Melifonwu, Ashtyn Davis, Elijah Campbell and possibly rookie Dante Trader Jr. are capable of positional flexibility. David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 4 Aug. 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 7 Aug. 2025.

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