protean

Meanings

1. 1
   adj

   Exceedingly variable; readily assuming different shapes or forms.

   An amoeba is a protean animalcule.

From Ancient Greek Πρωτεύς (Prōteús, literally “first”), the Greek warden of sea-beasts, renowned for his ability to change shape.

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