What does versatile mean?
Versatile means Capable of doing many things competently..
Versatile
/ˈvɜː.səˌtaɪl/ · adjective
Meaning
Capable of doing many things competently..
Definitions by Sense
- Capable of doing many things competently.
- Having varied uses or many functions.
- Changeable or inconstant.
- (biology) Capable of moving freely in all directions.
- Synonym of vers (“Willing to take either a penetrative or receptive role in anal sex”).
- (BDSM) Being a switch; capable of taking either a dominant or a submissive role.
- (sex, loosely) Capable of being either a dominant or a submissive partner in a sexual relationship.
Example Sentences
The versatile anther is an important step up in flowering plant evolution and it may be the most widespread of all simple anther types.
Among men who do engage in anal intercourse, about one-quarter are tops, one-quarter are bottoms, and one-half are versatile.
Synonyms for versatile
Antonyms for versatile
Related Words
Word Forms
- more versatile
- most versatile
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for versatile?
Common synonyms include vers, switchy, skilled, various.
What is the opposite of versatile?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use versatile in a sentence?
The versatile anther is an important step up in flowering plant evolution and it may be the most widespread of all simple anther types.
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