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.

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WordMeaning
chorusa company of singers and dancers in Athenian drama participating in or commenting on the action
stipulateto make an agreement or covenant to do or forbear something : contract
decapitateto cut off the head of : behead
fazeto disturb the composure of : disconcert
solicitto make petition to : entreat
mediateoccupying a middle position
travailwork especially of a painful or laborious nature : toil
cachea hiding place especially for concealing and preserving provisions or implements
drivelnonsense
unceremoniousnot ceremonious : informal