versatile
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
useful in many different ways or for many different purposes.
having varied uses or many functions; highly adaptable to different tasks or environments.
Simple“Eggs are a versatile ingredient because you can use them in both sweet and savoury dishes.”
In context“The new software proved to be a versatile tool, allowing the design team to manage both complex 3D rendering and simple vector illustrations within a single interface.”
Antonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
able to do many different things well.
capable of performing many different tasks or roles competently.
Simple“She is a versatile athlete who competes in both swimming and running.”
In context“The director sought a versatile actor capable of transitioning seamlessly from light-hearted physical comedy to intense, emotionally demanding dramatic scenes.”
SynonymsmultitalentedresourcefulAntonyms - 03 C1 Advanced
able to move easily in any direction.
capable of moving freely in all directions, such as an organ or an animal's appendage.
Simple“Some birds have versatile toes that help them grip branches easily.”
In context“The versatile antennae of the insect allow it to detect chemical signals from multiple directions simultaneously while navigating dense undergrowth.”
“A versatile midfielder, Melgård can play in the centre or on the wing and has an eye for goal, as shown in Villa’s recent friendly against Paris FC.”
From Latin versātilis (“turning easily”), from versātus, past participle of versō (“I turn, change”), frequentative of vertō (“I turn”).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.