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
retractto draw back or in
chicanerydeception by artful subterfuge or sophistry : trickery
inquisitivegiven to examination or investigation
porouspossessing or full of pores
turmoila state or condition of extreme confusion, agitation, or commotion
prongfork
tempothe rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking
ethosthe distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution
glowerto look or stare with sullen annoyance or anger
pendantsomething suspended: such as