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
liaisona binding or thickening agent used in cooking
tacta keen sense of what to do or say in order to maintain good relations with others or avoid offense
propoundto offer for discussion or consideration
fuss:trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby
earthyof, relating to, or consisting of earth
delusionsomething that is falsely or delusively believed or propagated
slothdisinclination to action or labor : indolence
moratoriuma legally authorized period of delay in the performance of a legal obligation or the payment of a debt
gloss_overexplain away with the intention of deceiving or hiding faults
chroniccontinuing or occurring again and again for a long time