chameleon
noun/kəˈmiliən/
Frequency rank: #11,695 of 20,003 in the WORDED list (wordfreq data)
Meaning
A person or thing that changes its character or appearance to suit different circumstances.
Example sentence
Like a true chameleon, she effortlessly adapted her personality to fit every social situation.
Synonyms & related words
- shapeshifter
- opportunist
- adapter
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