noun
A lizard that can change the color of its skin.
The chameleon changed color on the branch.
American English
How to pronounce chameleon
nounB2
kuhMEEleen
/kʰəˈmi.li.n̩/
4 syllables · Stress the second syllable.
A lizard that can change the color of its skin.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
nounless common
A person who changes their behavior or opinions to fit different situations.
He is a political chameleon who supports whichever side is popular.
Good to know
This meaning describes a person, not an animal.
Common phrases & grammar
political chameleon · social chameleon