VERSATILE


Meaning of VERSATILE in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ vɜ:(r)sətaɪl, AM -t(ə)l ]

1.

If you say that a person is versatile , you approve of them because they have many different skills.

He had been one of the game’s most versatile athletes.

ADJ [ approval ]

• ver‧sa‧til‧ity

Aileen stands out for her incredible versatility as an actress.

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2.

A tool, machine, or material that is versatile can be used for many different purposes.

Never before has computing been so versatile.

ADJ

• ver‧sa‧til‧ity

Velvet is not known for its versatility.

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