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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The versatile piece, from the high street to luxury brands, serves as a foundational item for any footwear, trending handbag, and layering option on the market.
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Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 4 Apr. 2025
Buy it as a shell and outfit it yourself or pick and choose from AT Overland's long list of options to create a versatile, adaptable floor plan.
—New Atlas, 4 Apr. 2025
Chicken Chicken breast is a versatile main course that can be prepared in various ways.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 4 Apr. 2025
The combination of sneakers and dresses has become a signature of modern, versatile style.
—Ruhama Wolle, Glamour, 3 Apr. 2025
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Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 4 Apr. 2025
Buy it as a shell and outfit it yourself or pick and choose from AT Overland's long list of options to create a versatile, adaptable floor plan.
—New Atlas, 4 Apr. 2025
Chicken Chicken breast is a versatile main course that can be prepared in various ways.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 4 Apr. 2025
The combination of sneakers and dresses has become a signature of modern, versatile style.
—Ruhama Wolle, Glamour, 3 Apr. 2025
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“Versatile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/versatile. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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