Protagonist

protagonist; main character

noun pro-ta-go-NIST Rare

Origin: from Greek via Latin

Usage Note

Protagonist is the central character of a literary work around whom the plot revolves. The female form is Protagonistin; the antagonist is Antagonist.

Examples

"Der Protagonist des Theaterstücks kämpft gegen gesellschaftliche Ungerechtigkeit."

Natural Translation

The protagonist of the play fights against social injustice.

Literal Translation

The protagonist of the theatre-piece fights against societal injustice.

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