pantamorph

/pæntəmɔrf/

Definitions

1. noun

A hypothetical organism that is capable of changing its shape to adapt to different environments, but returns to its original shape when the stimulus is removed.

“The concept of a pantamorph has long fascinated scientists studying the evolution of adaptability in living organisms.”

Synonyms

  • morphic
  • polyshape

Antonyms

  • rigid
  • stasis