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
eclipsethe total or partial obscuring of one celestial body by another
disengageto release from something that engages or involves
grandiosecharacterized by affectation of grandeur or splendor or by absurd exaggeration
smudgeto make a smudge on
knolla small round hill : mound
intelligentsiaintellectuals who form an artistic, social, or political vanguard or elite
parryto ward off a weapon or blow
miscellanyseparate writings collected in one volume
inveigleto win over by wiles : entice
nutritiousnourishing