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 |
|---|---|
| distort | to twist (see twist |
| repartee | a quick and witty reply |
| avid | characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic |
| blackball | to vote against |
| incriminate | to charge with or show evidence or proof of involvement in a crime or fault |
| litter | a covered and curtained couch provided with shafts and used for carrying a single passenger |
| pass_off | present falsely; represent falsely to be |
| ductile | capable of being drawn out (see draw |
| implore | to make an earnest request to (someone) : beg |
| countermand | to revoke (a command) by a contrary order |