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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prurientmarked by or arousing an immoderate or unwholesome interest or desire
rhapsodizeto speak or write in a rhapsodic manner
franchisethe right or license granted to an individual or group to market a company's goods or services in a particular territory
insouciantlighthearted unconcern : nonchalance
vicariousexperienced or realized through imaginative or sympathetic participation in the experience of another
proselytizeto induce someone to convert to one's faith
esteemthe regard in which one is held
conversanthaving knowledge or experience
impeachto charge with a crime or misdemeanor
staminathe bodily or mental capacity to sustain a prolonged stressful effort or activity : endurance