protean
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About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.pro·te·an
adjective \ˈprō-tē-ən, prō-ˈtē-\Definition of PROTEAN
1
: of or resembling Proteus in having a varied nature or ability to assume different forms
2
: displaying great diversity or variety : versatile
See Examples of PROTEAN
- <a protean actor who is equally comfortable with light comedy and serious drama>
First Known Use of PROTEAN
1598
Related to PROTEAN
- Synonyms
- adaptable, all-around (also all-round), versatile, universal
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