Meaning of the word protagonist in English

What does protagonist mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

protagonist

US /prəˈtæɡ.ən.ɪst/

UK /prəˈtæɡ.ən.ɪst/

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

Example:

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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.

Synonym:

hero heroine main character lead character central character

an advocate or champion of a particular cause or idea.

Example:

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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.

Synonym:

advocate champion supporter proponent backer

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