protagonist

US /prəˈtæɡ.ən.ɪst/
UK /prəˈtæɡ.ən.ɪst/
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1.

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

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The young wizard is the protagonist of the fantasy series.
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She played the role of the strong female protagonist.
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heroheroinemain characterlead charactercentral character
2.

an advocate or champion of a particular cause or idea.

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She is a strong protagonist for environmental protection.
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He became a leading protagonist in the civil rights movement.
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advocatechampionsupporterproponentbacker