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 |
|---|---|
| mannerism | exaggerated or affected (see affected |
| paradigm | example |
| regime | regimen |
| aberrant | deviating from the usual or natural type : atypical |
| recreant | crying for mercy : cowardly |
| opprobrium | something that brings disgrace |
| screech | a high shrill piercing cry usually expressing pain or terror |
| inexorable | not to be persuaded, moved, or stopped : relentless |
| dossier | a file containing detailed records on a particular person or subject |
| coquette | a woman who endeavors without sincere affection to gain the attention and admiration of men |