chameleon
US /kəˈmiː.li.ən/
UK /kəˈmiː.li.ən/
名词
1.
变色龙
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.
示例:
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The chameleon blended perfectly with the green leaves.
这只变色龙与绿叶完美融合。
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We spotted a tiny chameleon clinging to a branch.
我们发现一只小变色龙 clinging to a branch。
2.
变色龙, 见风使舵的人
a person who changes their opinions or behavior according to the situation
示例:
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He's a real political chameleon, always adapting his views to gain support.
他是一个真正的政治变色龙，总是调整自己的观点以获得支持。
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She's a social chameleon, fitting in with any group she's with.
她是一个社交变色龙，能融入任何她所在的群体。