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
nutrientfurnishing nourishment
plebiscitea vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler
palliddeficient in color : wan
opprobriumsomething that brings disgrace
omniscienthaving infinite awareness, understanding, and insight
censoriousmarked by or given to censure (see censure
slewa large number
venerateto regard with reverential respect or with admiring deference
impietythe quality or state of being impious : irreverence
commensuratecorresponding in size, extent, amount, or degree : proportionate