multifunctional
Serves multiple roles
Multifunctional describes something designed to serve multiple purposes or perform several tasks.
A multifunctional printer scans, copies, and faxes.
A multifunctional space adapts to different uses.
The word appears frequently in product marketing, sometimes for items whose extra functions add little value: The multifunctional kitchen gadget mostly gathered dust.
Suitable for everything
- adaptableAble to adjust readily
- flexibleAble to bend freely
- convertibleCar with folding roof
- multipurposeUseful for varied applications
universal · polyvalent · interchangeable · multimode · jack-of-all-trades · multitasker · protean · amphibious
Able to be changed
- customizableAble to be modified
- reconfigurableAble to be rearranged
- modifiableAble to be changed
- transformableAble to change form
configurable · programmable · responsive · dynamic · tailorable · variable · scalable · upgradable
Mentally quick, or fashionable
- cutting-edgeAt innovation's forefront
- advancedFar along in development
- state-of-the-artMost technologically advanced available
- sophisticatedWorldly and cultured
intelligent · integrated · high-tech · automated · digital · wireless · connected · IoT
Novel small device
- toolkitCollection of implements
- multi-toolPortable combined implement set
- appliancePowered household device
- instrumentDevice for specific tasks
apparatus · contraption · smartphone · combo · accessory · attachment · peripheral · add-on
all-purpose
Suitable for everything
- adaptableAble to adjust readily
- flexibleAble to bend freely
- convertibleCar with folding roof
multipurpose · universal · polyvalent · interchangeable · multimode · jack-of-all-trades · multitasker · protean · amphibious · dual-purpose
adjustable
Able to be changed
- customizableAble to be modified
- reconfigurableAble to be rearranged
- modifiableAble to be changed
transformable · configurable · programmable · responsive · dynamic · tailorable · variable · scalable · upgradable · expandable
smart
Mentally quick, or fashionable
- cutting-edgeAt innovation's forefront
- advancedFar along in development
- state-of-the-artMost technologically advanced available
sophisticated · intelligent · integrated · high-tech · automated · digital · wireless · connected · IoT · touchscreen
gadget
Novel small device
- toolkitCollection of implements
- multi-toolPortable combined implement set
- appliancePowered household device
instrument · apparatus · contraption · smartphone · combo · accessory · attachment · peripheral · add-on · extension
multifunctionalsingle-use
For one application only
dedicated · nonfunctional · one-dimensional · basic · functionless
multifunctionalspecialized
Adapted for particular function
dedicated · purpose-built · niche · bespoke · narrow
- multifunction printerDevice combining several office tasks