Versatile Definition & Meaning
versatile
- adjective
- having great diversity or variety; "his various achievements are impressive"; "his vast and versatile erudition"
- changeable or inconstant; "versatile moods"
- competent in many areas and able to turn with ease from one thing to another; "a versatile writer"
- able to move freely in all directions; "an owl's versatile toe can move backward and forward"; "an insect's versatile antennae can move up and down or laterally"; "a versatile anther of a flower moves freely in the wind"
"Versatile" in song lyrics
See how versatile is used in real songs:
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"Two MC's you know we're versatile"
Milk (Audio Two) f/ Ad Rock (Beastie Boys) — Spam -
"That is because I'm versatile"
Audio Two — When the 2 is On the Mic -
"my style for a while cause I'm very versatile"
Audio Two — When the 2 is On the Mic
Words that rhyme with versatile
Usage tips for "versatile"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "versatile" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for versatile to find words that pair well.