English · Arts & Literature
protagonist
/prəˈtæɡ.ən.ɪst/
[/prəˈtæɡ.ən.ɪst/]
main character
Advancednoun
Definition
The main character in a story, around whom the events of the plot revolve.
Example
The protagonist of the novel is a young orphan who dreams of becoming a great inventor.
The protagonist of the novel is a young orphan who dreams of becoming a great inventor.
Etymology
From Greek 'protagonistes' (chief actor), from 'protos' (first) plus 'agonistes' (combatant).
How & Where It’s Used
The central figure, who may or may not be a hero.