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
languorweakness or weariness of body or mind
capitulateto surrender often after negotiation of terms
ostensibleintended for display : open to view
thermalof, relating to, or caused by heat
wagto be in motion : stir
obloquya strongly condemnatory utterance : abusive language
boorishresembling or befitting a rude or insensitive person : resembling or befitting a boor
collaborateto work jointly with others or together especially in an intellectual endeavor
hubbubnoise
offhandwithout premeditation or preparation : extempore