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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objectiveexpressing or dealing with facts or conditions as perceived without distortion by personal feelings, prejudices, or interpretations
tannerone that tans hides
charlatanquack
circuita usually circular line encompassing an area
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fazeto disturb the composure of : disconcert
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enticeto attract artfully or adroitly or by arousing hope or desire : tempt