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

WordMeaning
inhibitedto prohibit from doing something
ironythe use of words to express something other than and especially the opposite of the literal meaning
hinterlandsa region lying inland from a coast
supplecompliant often to the point of obsequiousness
curmudgeona crusty, ill-tempered, and usually old man
lagoona shallow sound, channel, or pond near or communicating with a larger body of water
turmoila state or condition of extreme confusion, agitation, or commotion
genesisthe origin or coming into being of something
celibateof, relating to, or characterized by celibacy:
execrateto declare to be evil or detestable : denounce