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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Featuring high-quality picks from brands like New Balance, Skechers, Sam Edelman, and Dr. Scholl’s, all of the options on this list are top-rated for their comfort and versatility. Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2025 Flagg and Bird are both the same height at 6-foot-9, and Bird was definitely known for his versatility. Dj Siddiqi, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025 Its popularity can be attributed to its sleek design, high-quality, leak-proof build, and versatility—not to mention its colorways, which give our eyeshadow palettes a run for their money. Annie Blackman, Allure, 12 Mar. 2025 One of the primary reasons Minnesota paid him so much is his versatility. Alec Lewis, The Athletic, 11 Mar. 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 16 Mar. 2025.

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