versatile
Definitions
Able to adapt to or be used for many different functions or activities.
多才多艺的；用途广泛的，多功能的。
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedvers (turn) + -atile (able to) = 'able to turn easily.' From Latin versatilis, turning freely. A versatile person can turn their hand to many things; a versatile tool turns to many uses. The image is fluid pivoting in any direction.
Root vers still carries 91 more wordsWhy It Means This
Versatile is one of the family's most flattering members. Latin versatilis described something that could turn freely on its axis — a swivel. Applied to people, it praises the ability to pivot smoothly between roles and skills; applied to tools or ingredients, it means useful in many ways. Either way, the compliment is mobility: you can turn whichever way is needed.
Common Collocations
- 1.highly versatile非常多才多艺的
- 2.versatile player多面手球员
- 3.versatile ingredient百搭食材
- 4.versatile tool多功能工具
Example Sentences
- 1.
Eggs are one of the most versatile ingredients in cooking.
- 2.
He is a versatile actor, equally good in comedy and drama.
- 3.
The new tool is compact yet remarkably versatile.