Used in a Sentence

protean

How to use protean in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for protean.

Editorial note

Even protean folding is forced to greatly simplify what's going on to the point it's often wrong.

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Definitions1
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Quick take

taking on different forms; "eyes...of that baffling protean grey which is never twice the same"

Meaning at a glance

The clearest senses and uses of protean gathered in one view.

adjective

taking on different forms; "eyes...of that baffling protean grey which is never twice the same"

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for protean.

adjective

taking on different forms; "eyes...of that baffling protean grey which is never twice the same"

Example sentences

1

Even protean folding is forced to greatly simplify what's going on to the point it's often wrong.

2

We have trouble accurately modeling how a single protean folds.

3

If they can compete with textured soy protean then they have a viable market with pretty low technical requirements.

4

That's strange, all of the vegetarians I know are very clear that being vegetarian adds an extra difficulty in living a healthy lifestyle because getting enough protean is difficult.

5

It is a protean, sloppy, plastic, flexible medium that is, ironically, the despair of all accountants and auditors because it is virtually impossible to reliably understand a truly complex and rich spreadsheet....but I had no idea he'd worked on one.

Frequently asked questions

Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.

How do you use protean in a sentence?

Even protean folding is forced to greatly simplify what's going on to the point it's often wrong.

What does protean mean?

taking on different forms; "eyes...of that baffling protean grey which is never twice the same"

What part of speech is protean?

protean is commonly used as adjective.