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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| caldron | a large kettle or boiler |
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| indicative | serving to indicate |
| finite | having definite or definable limits |
| condone | to regard or treat (something bad or blameworthy) as acceptable, forgivable, or harmless |
| hover | to position (a computer cursor) over something (such as an image or icon) without selecting it |
| renege | to go back on a promise or commitment |
| enamored | affected by strong feelings of love, admiration, or fascination |
| disapprobation | the act or state of disapproving : the state of being disapproved : condemnation |
| brooch | an ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck |