chameleon
US /kəˈmiː.li.ən/
UK /kəˈmiː.li.ən/
名詞
1.
カメレオン
a small slow-moving lizard with a prehensile tail, long extensible tongue, and eyes that can be moved independently. It has the ability to change color rapidly, typically to match its surroundings.
例:
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The chameleon blended perfectly with the green leaves.
カメレオンは緑の葉に完璧に溶け込んだ。
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We spotted a tiny chameleon clinging to a branch.
私たちは枝にしがみついている小さなカメレオンを見つけた。
2.
カメレオン, 変わり身の早い人
a person who changes their opinions or behavior according to the situation
例:
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He's a real political chameleon, always adapting his views to gain support.
彼は真の政治的カメレオンで、常に支持を得るために見解を適応させている。
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She's a social chameleon, fitting in with any group she's with.
彼女は社交的なカメレオンで、どんなグループにも溶け込む。