chameleon
Translation
chameleon, adaptable person, turncoat
Examples
The chameleon changed colour to match the leaves.
The chameleon changed color to match the leaves.
He's a political chameleon, changing his views often.
He's a political chameleon, changing his views often.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) chameleon an animal The chameleon is a type of lizard.
((a/the)) chameleon a person who changes easily He is a political chameleon.
Similar Words
Synonyms (figurative): opportunist, turncoat
Etymology
From Greek 'khamaileōn', from 'khamai' (on the ground) + 'leōn' (lion), meaning 'ground-lion'.
Memory Tips
Picture a chameleon changing its colors. The word is used for people who change their 'colors' (opinions) just as easily.