Versatile
adjective
Capable of doing many different things or used in many different ways.
She is a versatile actress who has played a wide variety of parts.
Often appears as...
- versatile actor
- versatile tool
adjective
In biology, a thing or organism that can adapt to many different functions or activities.
The versatile organism can survive in both extreme heat and extreme cold.
Often appears as...
- versatile species
- versatile organism
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Scientific
adjective
In technology, a device or system capable of performing multiple functions.
This versatile machine can wash, spin, and dry clothes in one cycle.
Often appears as...
- versatile device
- versatile system
adjective
In sports, capable of playing multiple positions well.
He is a versatile player, equally comfortable in defense and attack.
Often appears as...
- versatile midfielder
- versatile player
adjective
Capable of doing many different things or used in many different ways.
She is a versatile actress who has played a wide variety of parts.
Often appears as...
- versatile actor
- versatile tool
adjective
In biology, a thing or organism that can adapt to many different functions or activities.
The versatile organism can survive in both extreme heat and extreme cold.
Often appears as...
- versatile species
- versatile organism
Usage tips
Scientific
adjective
In technology, a device or system capable of performing multiple functions.
This versatile machine can wash, spin, and dry clothes in one cycle.
Often appears as...
- versatile device
- versatile system
adjective
In sports, capable of playing multiple positions well.
He is a versatile player, equally comfortable in defense and attack.
Often appears as...
- versatile midfielder
- versatile player
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Pro Tip 1/3Career Flexibility
Refers to a person with diverse skills, not limited to one specialty.
Her versatile background in finance and marketing made her an asset to the company.
Pro Tip 2/3Broad Use
Describes objects or skills applicable in different situations.
A versatile kitchen gadget like a food processor can chop, blend, and mix.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Versatility
Indicates someone comfortable within various social or cultural settings.
As a versatile traveler, he easily adapts to new countries and customs.
Pro Tip 1/3Career Flexibility
Refers to a person with diverse skills, not limited to one specialty.
Her versatile background in finance and marketing made her an asset to the company.
Pro Tip 2/3Broad Use
Describes objects or skills applicable in different situations.
A versatile kitchen gadget like a food processor can chop, blend, and mix.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Versatility
Indicates someone comfortable within various social or cultural settings.
As a versatile traveler, he easily adapts to new countries and customs.
Pro Tip 1/3Career Flexibility
Refers to a person with diverse skills, not limited to one specialty.
Her versatile background in finance and marketing made her an asset to the company.
Pro Tip 2/3Broad Use
Describes objects or skills applicable in different situations.
A versatile kitchen gadget like a food processor can chop, blend, and mix.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Versatility
Indicates someone comfortable within various social or cultural settings.
As a versatile traveler, he easily adapts to new countries and customs.
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The artificial muscles...
and it's adaptable enough to be used in the extremely versatile arms of an octopus, an animal that can squeeze its entire body through tiny holes. Actuators are for robots what muscles are for key components of the body that enable movement and interaction with the world.
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The ingredient in almost...
these proteins can be used in various ways to help make processed foods. Soy fats may be even more versatile. In one extraction method, soybeans are dried, cleaned, and then fed into an extruder. This machine simultaneously heats and presses the beans,
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The incredible,...
with females living in tight-knit herds led by a single matriarch. And every member of the group has one of the most versatile tools in the savannah to help them get by. Today her herd is looking for water. Or, more accurately, smelling for water.
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Baby Orphan Fox Rescue PIPE...
the red fox is known for its adaptability and is now a species of our urban environments just as much as the rural countryside but despite their intelligence and versatile nature these beautiful creatures sometimes need our help
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This sea creature...
Proteins can interact with these fibrils to slide them together, stiffening the tissue, or apart, softening it. This versatile tissue has many it aids in efficient locomotion, enables sea cucumbers to fit into small spaces,
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How aspirin was...
and researchers continue searching for new applications. Already, aspirin's versatility has transformed modern medicine, which is astounding considering its humble beginnings in a scraping of willow bark.
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Lithium 101 PIPE National...
Every since its discovery, lithium has been found to be incredibly versatile including strengthening glass and refining metal alloys but probably the most popular use of lithium is in lithium batteries.
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BBC Earth 50 Top Natural...
orangutan may have machine-like stamina but it's the astonishing and versatile mind of the real orangutan that's one the day she certainly earned her rest to help her in her quest she's equipped
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Claws vs. nails -...
Consider the claw. Frequently found on four-limbed animals around the world, it’s one of nature’s most versatile tools. Bears use claws for digging as well as defense.
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Masters of Mixed Martial...
for the first time ever technology will reveal what happens inside the bodies of some of the world's most versatile fighters this is not stuff that we've
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The artificial muscles...
and it's adaptable enough to be used in the extremely versatile arms of an octopus, an animal that can squeeze its entire body through tiny holes. Actuators are for robots what muscles are for key components of the body that enable movement and interaction with the world.
Video examples
The ingredient in almost...
these proteins can be used in various ways to help make processed foods. Soy fats may be even more versatile. In one extraction method, soybeans are dried, cleaned, and then fed into an extruder. This machine simultaneously heats and presses the beans,
Video examples
The incredible,...
with females living in tight-knit herds led by a single matriarch. And every member of the group has one of the most versatile tools in the savannah to help them get by. Today her herd is looking for water. Or, more accurately, smelling for water.
Video examples
Baby Orphan Fox Rescue PIPE...
the red fox is known for its adaptability and is now a species of our urban environments just as much as the rural countryside but despite their intelligence and versatile nature these beautiful creatures sometimes need our help
Video examples
This sea creature...
Proteins can interact with these fibrils to slide them together, stiffening the tissue, or apart, softening it. This versatile tissue has many it aids in efficient locomotion, enables sea cucumbers to fit into small spaces,
Video examples
How aspirin was...
and researchers continue searching for new applications. Already, aspirin's versatility has transformed modern medicine, which is astounding considering its humble beginnings in a scraping of willow bark.
Video examples
Lithium 101 PIPE National...
Every since its discovery, lithium has been found to be incredibly versatile including strengthening glass and refining metal alloys but probably the most popular use of lithium is in lithium batteries.
Video examples
BBC Earth 50 Top Natural...
orangutan may have machine-like stamina but it's the astonishing and versatile mind of the real orangutan that's one the day she certainly earned her rest to help her in her quest she's equipped
Video examples
Claws vs. nails -...
Consider the claw. Frequently found on four-limbed animals around the world, it’s one of nature’s most versatile tools. Bears use claws for digging as well as defense.
Video examples
Masters of Mixed Martial...
for the first time ever technology will reveal what happens inside the bodies of some of the world's most versatile fighters this is not stuff that we've
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Jerry West
American Businessman
The league is changing, and we don't have many back-to-the-basket players. We now have a game that requires skill and versatility. A lot of that is about being able to think. It makes all the difference in the world to have a player in there with a high basketball IQ who can make the right decision.
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Goapele
American Musician
I didn't want to be taken advantage of and burnt out in the industry. I worked with my family really closely, so I was able to get that respect in the industry. So now I feel that I can let my guard down. People know who I am; I can be myself. I can be more versatile, and I can wear what I want.
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Karan Johar
Indian Director
I find that I don't lie about the big things in life. The things that matter. And about me. While I'm talking about myself, I rarely lie: I know who I am, my level of talent, that I'm not the most versatile filmmaker, the person I am. I don't lie about myself because I don't lie to myself.
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Frank Vogel
American Clergyman
The value in having bigs that have the ability to shoot from the perimeter has increased and having bigs that have the defensive versatility to not only protect the rim, but to switch out and defend smaller guards, the value of that has also increased.
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Karl-Anthony Towns
American Athlete
Thanks to my dad, I've always had it. He always told me how important it was to be versatile. Every time we worked out in the gym, it was always all the skills, not just being a big man.
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Sanjeeda Sheikh
Indian Actress
I have done versatile characters from the beginning of my career.
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Fabinho
Brazilian Athlete
There's no doubt about it: I think that my versatility helps me.
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Tyson Kidd
Canadian Wrestler
I have to show the WWE Universe that I can be versatile.
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Brandon Ingram
American Athlete
Versatility is very important in the modern game.
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Daniel James
English Football Player
I think being versatile is important.
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Jerry West
American Businessman
The league is changing, and we don't have many back-to-the-basket players. We now have a game that requires skill and versatility. A lot of that is about being able to think. It makes all the difference in the world to have a player in there with a high basketball IQ who can make the right decision.
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Goapele
American Musician
I didn't want to be taken advantage of and burnt out in the industry. I worked with my family really closely, so I was able to get that respect in the industry. So now I feel that I can let my guard down. People know who I am; I can be myself. I can be more versatile, and I can wear what I want.
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Karan Johar
Indian Director
I find that I don't lie about the big things in life. The things that matter. And about me. While I'm talking about myself, I rarely lie: I know who I am, my level of talent, that I'm not the most versatile filmmaker, the person I am. I don't lie about myself because I don't lie to myself.
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Frank Vogel
American Clergyman
The value in having bigs that have the ability to shoot from the perimeter has increased and having bigs that have the defensive versatility to not only protect the rim, but to switch out and defend smaller guards, the value of that has also increased.
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Karl-Anthony Towns
American Athlete
Thanks to my dad, I've always had it. He always told me how important it was to be versatile. Every time we worked out in the gym, it was always all the skills, not just being a big man.
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Sanjeeda Sheikh
Indian Actress
I have done versatile characters from the beginning of my career.
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Fabinho
Brazilian Athlete
There's no doubt about it: I think that my versatility helps me.
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Tyson Kidd
Canadian Wrestler
I have to show the WWE Universe that I can be versatile.
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Brandon Ingram
American Athlete
Versatility is very important in the modern game.
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Daniel James
English Football Player
I think being versatile is important.
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