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
Pair the vest with the matching skirt or another bottom for versatile outfit options all summer long.
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Jacqueline Tempera, People.com, 1 Aug. 2025
Eyelet shorts are another more versatile option that still exudes plenty of style; try these eyelet shorts from Madewell that can be dressed up or down and are on sale for just $47.
—Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 1 Aug. 2025
Kate Spade's Deco Pebbled Leather Crossbody Tote in Sweet Cream is chic, versatile, and perfect for everyday elegance.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 31 July 2025
The Nike Zoom Pegasus 41 is one of the most comfortable and versatile shoes on the market.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 July 2025
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Jacqueline Tempera, People.com, 1 Aug. 2025
Eyelet shorts are another more versatile option that still exudes plenty of style; try these eyelet shorts from Madewell that can be dressed up or down and are on sale for just $47.
—Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 1 Aug. 2025
Kate Spade's Deco Pebbled Leather Crossbody Tote in Sweet Cream is chic, versatile, and perfect for everyday elegance.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 31 July 2025
The Nike Zoom Pegasus 41 is one of the most comfortable and versatile shoes on the market.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for versatile
Recent Examples of Synonyms for versatile
adaptable
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Prioritize Collaboration With Regulators And System Adaptability Collaborate early with regulators and build flexible, adaptable systems, so teams can respond to change without slowing down.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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Osbourne, who died on Tuesday at 76, became a more multifaceted and adaptable thinker than early observers would’ve guessed.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
25 July 2025
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“Versatile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/versatile. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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