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protagonist Definition and Meaning in English (protagonist definition)

noun
Synonyms:main characterherocentral figure
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Protagonist definition: The leading character or one of the major characters in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.

Definitions of Protagonist

  1. 1noun

    The leading character or one of the major characters in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.

Example Sentences

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“The protagonist of the story was a brave young woman.”

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“He played the protagonist in the new film.”

Synonyms

main characterherocentral figurelead

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Protagonist definition: The leading character or one of the major characters in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.
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'Protagonist' translates to 'protagonist' in English. Protagonist definition: The leading character or one of the major characters in a drama, movie, novel, or other fictional text.
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