pleomorphic

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Adjective

pleomorphic (comparative more pleomorphic, superlative most pleomorphic)

1. Of, related to, or exhibiting pleomorphism.
   1. (biology, especially microbiology) Having a lifecycle whose stages involve embodiment in diverse forms.
   2. (chemistry) Synonym of polymorphic.

Derived terms

• nonpleomorphic
• nucleopleomorphic

See also

• multiform
• protean