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 |
|---|---|
| histrionic | deliberately affected : overly dramatic or emotional : theatrical |
| malodorous | having a bad odor |
| scion | descendant |
| macabre | having death as a subject : comprising or including a personalized representation of death |
| humility | freedom from pride or arrogance : the quality or state of being humble |
| decorum | literary and dramatic propriety : fitness |
| prophylactic | guarding from or preventing the spread or occurrence of disease or infection |
| faction | a party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : clique |
| aloft | at or to a great height |
| apolitical | having no interest or involvement in political affairs |