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
parleyto speak with another : confer
rejuvenateto make young or youthful again : give new vigor to
begetto procreate as the father : sire
timiditylacking in courage or self-confidence
mimean ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner
daubto cover or coat with soft adhesive matter : plaster
febrilemarked or caused by fever : feverish
corrodeto eat away by degrees as if by gnawing
tenantone who has the occupation or temporary possession of lands or tenements of another
inertlacking the power to move