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

WordMeaning
expertisethe skill of an expert
supplicateto make a humble entreaty
comprehensivecovering completely or broadly : inclusive
epitheta characterizing word or phrase accompanying or occurring in place of the name of a person or thing
aphasialoss or impairment of the power to use or comprehend words usually resulting from brain damage (as from a stroke, head injury, or infection)
dallyto act playfully
spanglea small plate of shining metal or plastic used for ornamentation especially on clothing
wadeto step in or through a medium (such as water) offering more resistance than air
acmethe highest point or stage
fallaciousembodying a fallacy