CEFR B2

versatility

noun

Meaning

The ability to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities.

Examples

The versatility of the smartphone has changed how we live.
Her versatility as an actress allowed her to play many different roles.

Synonyms: adaptability, flexibility, resourcefulness, all-roundness

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versatility (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌvɜːrsəˈtɪləti/

Definition

The ability to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities.

Examples

The versatility of the smartphone has changed how we live.
Her versatility as an actress allowed her to play many different roles.
We were impressed by the versatility of the new software.

How to Use versatility

versatility in (prepositional phrase): The ability to adapt to or perform well in a specific area or field. — "The actor's versatility in comedy and drama made him a star."
versatility of (prepositional phrase): Referring to the range of uses or adaptations a thing possesses. — "The versatility of the fabric made it suitable for clothing and upholstery."

Synonyms of versatility

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