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versatile

/ˈvɜːrsətaɪl/
ver · sa · tile ˈvɜːr · sə · taɪl
English Definition
adj. able to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities.
中文释义
多才多艺的; 多功能的
Significado en Español
versátil, polifacético
한국어 뜻
다재다능한, 다용도의
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
đa năng, linh hoạt
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Example Sentence

She is a versatile performer who excels in both drama and comedy.

她是一个多才多艺的表演者，擅长戏剧和喜剧。

Synonyms
adaptable flexible multifaceted resourceful
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
vers(change) + atile(adjective suffix)→ versatile, multi-skilled.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the correct synonym for the word “versatile”: The new tool is incredibly _______ and can be used for various tasks.

  1. A rigid
  2. B limited
  3. C adaptable
  4. D fragile
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C — adaptable. “versatile” means adj. able to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities.

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

A ______ tool that can do a dozen jobs is well worth carrying on any trip.

  1. A limited
  2. B rigid
  3. C versatile
  4. D single-purpose
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C — versatile. “versatile” means adj. able to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities.

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Common questions about “versatile”

What does “versatile” mean?

versatile — adj. able to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities.. In Chinese: 多才多艺的; 多功能的.

How do you pronounce “versatile”?

versatile is pronounced /ˈvɜːrsətaɪl/. It breaks into 3 syllables: ver · sa · tile.

How do you use “versatile” in a sentence?

She is a versatile performer who excels in both drama and comedy. (她是一个多才多艺的表演者，擅长戏剧和喜剧。)

What are synonyms for “versatile”?

adaptable, flexible, multifaceted, resourceful — all close in meaning to versatile (adj. able to adapt or be adapted to many different functions or activities.).

Is “versatile” an ISEE Upper-level word?

Yes. versatile appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “versatile”?

vers(change) + atile(adjective suffix)→ versatile, multi-skilled.

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