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
politypolitical organization
indecisiona wavering between two or more possible courses of action : irresolution
ornithologista branch of zoology dealing with birds
inquisitorone who inquires or makes inquisition
runicany of the characters of any of several alphabets used by the Germanic peoples from about the 3rd to the 13th centuries
headstrongnot easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions
edicta proclamation having the force of law
incensematerial used to produce a fragrant odor when burned
voguepopular acceptation or favor : popularity
overwroughtextremely excited : agitated