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 |
|---|---|
| hypocritical | characterized by behavior that contradicts what one claims to believe or feel : characterized by hypocrisy |
| regal | of, relating to, or suitable for a king |
| exorcise | to expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration |
| unmitigated | not lessened : unrelieved |
| decadence | the process of becoming decadent : the quality or state of being decadent |
| prop | something that props or sustains : support |
| pacify | to allay the anger or agitation of : soothe |
| imminent | ready to take place : happening soon |
| bulge | to jut out : swell |
| decelerate | to reduce the speed of : slow down |