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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potenthaving or wielding force, authority, or influence : powerful
killjoyone who spoils the pleasure of others
repulseto drive or beat back : repel
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scuffleto struggle at close quarters with disorder and confusion
refraincurb
pellucidadmitting maximum passage of light without diffusion or distortion
motleyvariegated in color
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busta sculptured representation of the upper part of the human figure including the head and neck and usually part of the shoulders and breast