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chameleon
[kuh-mee-lee-uhn, -meel-yuhn]
noun
any of numerous Old World lizards of the family Chamaeleontidae, characterized by the ability to change the color of their skin, very slow locomotion, and a projectile tongue.
any of several American lizards capable of changing the color of the skin, especially Anolis carolinensis American chameleon, of the southeastern U.S.
a changeable, fickle, or inconstant person.
(initial capital letter)Chamaeleon.
chameleon
/ kəˌmiːlɪˈɒnɪk, kəˈmiːlɪən /
noun
any lizard of the family Chamaeleontidae of Africa and Madagascar, having long slender legs, a prehensile tail and tongue, and the ability to change colour
a changeable or fickle person
Other Word Forms
- chameleonic adjective
- chameleonlike adjective
- ˈDz-ˌ adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of chameleon1
Word History and Origins
Origin of chameleon1
Example Sentences
“I really wanted Julian to feel like a chameleon because, as an actor, it’s just so much fun to play characters who are contradicting and complex,” he says.
The camouflage from his status as a commercial chameleon means that "despite the clear L and Not Like Us becoming a defining moment in rap history, Drake keeps moving", says Borkowski.
The pair were found in possession of "assorted charms", including a live chameleon, the police added.
However, in the realm of politics, McDonald’s also operates more broadly as a convenient, yet powerful rhetorical chameleon.
This sort of chameleon behavior is common among 20-year-olds, sure, but being an addict exacerbated the situation.
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