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
astringentcausing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic
idolatrythe worship of a physical object as a god
verisimilitudethe quality or state of being verisimilar
aphorisma concise statement of a principle
surmisea thought or idea based on scanty evidence : conjecture
nomenclaturename
integrateto form, coordinate, or blend into a functioning or unified whole : unite
ambulatoryable to walk about and not bedridden
imposturethe act or practice of deceiving by means of an assumed character or name
wadeto step in or through a medium (such as water) offering more resistance than air