versatile
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6.3
- adjective
- /ˈvɜːrsətaɪl/
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versátil
- A blue suit is the most versatile of accoutrements.
- a versatile tool
- versatile techniques
- versatile technology
This is by far the most powerful and versatile iPad mini ever.
- This is by far the most powerful and versatile iPad mini ever.
- Here we're seeing versatile light cavalry skirmishing.
- And now those proteins are much more versatile because RNA only has four bases.
- It's a really versatile pomade brow product.
- So flannels are very versatile and a great style option for this fall.
- He loved funk, He wanted me to be versatile.
- So to stay a bit more flexible or versatile.
- Tinfoil is such a it's amazing, versatile product.
Examples
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Here, both men and women showed just how versatile the Malong is.
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And he's right that we've got to protect the most versatile agricultural land.
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The rich set of resources makes this tool very versatile, but also requires a longer time investment to learn.
Academic text (2011) -
Clearly, the quality of training could be improved if a more versatile means of communication could be provided.
Academic text (1992) -
Eggs is probably one of the most versatile ingredients that we work with.
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Instead, he concluded, "Hydrogen must be considered a versatile and new means to store energy."
Academic text (2001) -
You might not realize just how versatile hole saws really can be.
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Penknife's a very versatile tool.
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He's one of the most versatile filmmakers of all time.
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Eggs are one of the most versatile ingredients, suitable for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Synonyms
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3.4
Able to change or be changed to fit different situations
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4.4
A person who can do many different things well
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3.4
Able to change to fit new situations
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3.4
Can be used in many different ways, like cleaning or fixing
Antonyms
How Versatile
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3.4
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6.3
155
3.4
23
3.4
- US
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5.4
162
2.0
Surface Forms
Etymology
Versatile comes from the Latin root vers- meaning 'turn', the same root you see in reverse. A helpful image is something that can 'turn' into many jobs or uses, which is why versatile means able to be used in many different ways.