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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| puerile | juvenile |
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| shudder | to tremble convulsively : shiver |
| hurl | rush |
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