protagonist — the main character in a story, play, or movie
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the main character in a story, play, or movie
Pronunciation (IPA): /proʊˈtæɡənɪst/
Example Sentences
- The movie's protagonist was a talking cat who saved the world with hairballs.
- Unlike typical protagonists, she solved problems by taking naps instead of fighting.
- The novel's protagonist struggles with moral dilemmas throughout the story.
protagonist
NOUN[/proʊˈtæɡənɪst/]
the main character in a story, play, or movie
The main character of the story
The protagonist chooses between antagonist and botanist
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Ancient Greek 'protagonistes,' combining 'protos' (first) and 'agonistes' (actor or competitor). The term originally referred to the first actor in Greek drama who played the leading role.
Breakdown
proto- (first) + agon (struggle/contest) + -ist (one who does) = protagonist (the first/main character in a struggle or story)
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📝Examples
“The movie's protagonist was a talking cat who saved the world with hairballs.”
“Unlike typical protagonists, she solved problems by taking naps instead of fighting.”
“The novel's protagonist struggles with moral dilemmas throughout the story.”
“She became the protagonist of her own life story after quitting her boring job.”
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