Proteanism
adjective
1.
readily assuming different forms or characters; extremely variable.
2.
changeable in shape or form, as an amoeba.
3.
(of an actor or actress) versatile; able to play many kinds of roles.
4.
(initial capital letter) of, relating to, or suggestive of Proteus.
adjective
1.
readily taking on various shapes or forms; variable
protean pro·te·an (prō’tē-ən, prō-tē’-)
adj.
Readily taking on varied shapes, forms, or meanings.
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