GRE Word List
PROTEAN
of or resembling Proteus in having a varied nature or ability to assume different forms
The meaning of the word protean is of or resembling Proteus in having a varied nature or ability to assume different forms.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| impotent | not potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless |
| resuscitate | to revive from apparent death or from unconsciousness |
| allude | to make indirect reference |
| abysmal | immeasurably low or wretched : extremely poor or bad |
| vitriolic | bitterly harsh or caustic language or criticism |
| toga | the loose outer garment worn in public by citizens of ancient Rome |
| tessellated | having a checkered appearance |
| warranted | sanction |
| servitude | a condition in which one lacks liberty especially to determine one's course of action or way of life |
| lance | a steel-tipped spear carried by mounted knights or light cavalry |