chameleon

• Ein Reptil aus der Familie der Chamäleons, das in Afrika und auf Madagaskar lebt und für seine Fähigkeit bekannt ist, die Hautfarbe zu wechseln und mit einer langen, schnell ausfahrbaren Zunge Insekten zu fangen; im übertragenen Sinn bezeichnet es auch einen Menschen, der häufig seine Meinung oder sein Verhalten ändert.

A noun referring to a type of lizard native to Africa and Madagascar, known for its ability to change skin color and its long, projectile tongue; also used figuratively to describe a person who frequently changes their opinions or behavior.

1. Color-changing lizardB1formal

   A type of lizard native to Africa and Madagascar, known for its ability to change skin color and its long, projectile tongue used for catching prey.

   Chamäleon

   • The chameleon changed its color to blend in with the leaves.
   • We saw a chameleon catch a fly with its long tongue.
   • Chameleons are popular pets but require special care.

   Synonymechamaeleon

2. Changeable or adaptable personB2informal

   A person who frequently changes their opinions, behavior, or loyalties to suit the situation.

   Wendehals

   • In politics, he is a chameleon, always adapting his views to the audience.
   • She's a social chameleon, fitting in with any group.
   • His chameleon-like nature makes it hard to know his true beliefs.

   Synonymeopportunistrenegadetimeservertrimmerturncoatweathercock