Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

zelig

noun
/ˈzɛlɪɡ/
Definition
A person who is able to fit in anywhere or adapt to any situation.
Examples
  • She was a true zelig, able to blend into any crowd without effort.
  • His zelig-like qualities allowed him to mingle with diverse groups of people.
Meaning
The term describes someone who is highly adaptable and can change themselves to match the people or environment around them.
Synonyms
  • Chameleon
  • Transformer
  • Camouflager
  • Shape-shifter