chameleon

UK
/kəˈmiːliən/
US
/kəˈmiːliən/

Translations

chameleonnoun
chameleons
pl
UK
/kəˈmiːliən/
US
/kəˈmiːliən/
The chameleon changed its color to blend in with the leaves.
Хамелеон изменил свой цвет, чтобы слиться с листьями.
Additional translations
переменчивый человек
Synonyms
color changer
adaptable person
chameleonadjective
more chameleon
Comp.
most chameleon
Super.
UK
/kəˈmiːliən/
US
/kəˈmiliən/
Used attributively to describe something that changes color or character.

Definitions

chameleonnoun
A small, slow-moving lizard with a prehensile tail, long extensible tongue, protruding eyes that rotate independently, and the ability to change color.
The chameleon perched on the branch, its skin shifting from green to brown to match the leaves.
A person who changes their opinions or behavior according to the situation.
He's such a chameleon, always adapting his views to fit in with different groups.
chameleonadjective
Changing color, character, or appearance to blend into different surroundings or situations.
The fabric has a chameleon quality, shifting shades under different lighting.