chameleon
US /kəˈmiː.li.ən/
UK /kəˈmiː.li.ən/
名詞
1.
變色龍
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.
範例:
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The chameleon blended perfectly with the green leaves.
這隻變色龍與綠葉完美融合。
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We spotted a tiny chameleon clinging to a branch.
我們發現一隻小變色龍 clinging to a branch。
2.
變色龍, 見風使舵的人
a person who changes their opinions or behavior according to the situation
範例:
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He's a real political chameleon, always adapting his views to gain support.
他是一個真正的政治變色龍，總是調整自己的觀點以獲得支持。
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She's a social chameleon, fitting in with any group she's with.
她是一個社交變色龍，能融入任何她所在的群體。