GRE Word List

PROTAGONIST

the principal character in a literary work (such as a drama or story)

The meaning of the word protagonist is the principal character in a literary work (such as a drama or story).

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WordMeaning
misconductmismanagement especially of governmental or military responsibilities
exactto call for forcibly or urgently and obtain
loftan upper room or floor : attic
requisitionthe act of formally requiring or calling upon someone to perform an action
assiduousshowing great care, attention, and effort : marked by careful unremitting attention or persistent application
disheveledmarked by disorder or disarray
importuneto press or urge with troublesome persistence
ubiquitousexisting or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread
lowhaving a small upward extension or elevation
revulsiona strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal