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 |
|---|---|
| pragmatist | a practical approach to problems and affairs |
| staccato | cut short or apart in performing : disconnected |
| dart | a light spear |
| reprise | a musical repetition: |
| ursine | of or relating to a bear or the bear family (Ursidae) |
| turmoil | a state or condition of extreme confusion, agitation, or commotion |
| cant | the expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments |
| plutocracy | government by the wealthy |
| indomitable | incapable of being subdued : unconquerable |
| clap | to strike (two things, such as two flat, hard surfaces) together so as to produce a sharp percussive noise |