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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| Word | Meaning |
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| bucolic | of or relating to shepherds or herdsmen : pastoral |
| reticent | inclined to be silent or uncommunicative in speech : reserved |
| accomplice | one associated with another especially in wrongdoing |
| elevation | the height to which something is elevated: such as |
| nip | to catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch |
| lackadaisical | lacking life, spirit, or zest : languid |
| taint | to contaminate morally : corrupt |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| airy | of or relating to air : atmospheric |
| insomnia | prolonged and usually abnormal inability to get enough sleep especially due to trouble falling asleep or staying asleep |