Meaning of the word antagonist in English

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antagonist

US /ænˈtæɡ.ən.ɪst/

UK /ænˈtæɡ.ən.ɪst/

a person who actively opposes or is hostile to someone or something; an adversary.

Example:

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The hero faced his main antagonist in the final battle.

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She was a fierce antagonist of the new policy.

Synonym:

adversary opponent foe rival enemy

Synonym:

protagonist ally supporter

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