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Meaning of the word antagonist in English

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antagonist

US /ænˈtæɡ.ən.ɪst/
UK /ænˈtæɡ.ən.ɪst/
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Noun

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
Antonym:
protagonist ally supporter
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