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
eerieso mysterious, strange, or unexpected as to send a chill up the spine
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parsimonythe quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift
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repineto feel or express dejection or discontent : complain
mesmerizeto subject to mesmerism
discreditto refuse to accept as true or accurate : disbelieve
coincorner
collagean artistic composition made of various materials (such as paper, cloth, or wood) glued on a surface
reaperone that reaps