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
prognosticateto foretell from signs or symptoms : predict
ellipticalof, relating to, or shaped like an ellipse
secta dissenting or schismatic religious body
dissonancelack of agreement
succumbto yield to superior strength or force or overpowering appeal or desire
zesta piece of the peel of a citrus fruit (such as an orange or lemon) used as flavoring
forebearsancestor
gustthe sensation of taste
sporadicoccurring occasionally, singly, or in irregular or random instances
deposeto remove from a throne or other high position