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).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| vernacular | using a language or dialect native to a region or country rather than a literary, cultured, or foreign language |
| escapade | a usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct |
| incipient | beginning to come into being or to become apparent |
| bevy | a large group or collection |
| plebiscite | a vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler |
| tatter | to make ragged |
| sherbet | a cold drink of sweetened and diluted fruit juice |
| dupe | one that is easily deceived or cheated : fool |
| miscreant | unbelieving |
| progeny | descendants |