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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pronehaving a tendency or inclination : being likely
inclusivebroad in orientation or scope
garishclothed in vivid colors
appraiseto set a value on : to estimate the amount of
flutedhaving or marked by grooves
plenitudethe quality or state of being full : completeness
poseura person who pretends to be what he or she is not : an affected or insincere person
numismatistthe study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals)
refuteto prove wrong by argument or evidence : show to be false or erroneous
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