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
tangiblecapable of being perceived especially by the sense of touch : palpable
verbatimin the exact words : word for word
briman upper or outer margin : verge
avantgardegroup of artists whose work is based on the newest ideas and methods; CF. vanguard
furtivedone in a quiet and secretive way to avoid being noticed : surreptitious
coiffurea style or manner of arranging the hair
aphorisma concise statement of a principle
dowrythe money, goods, or estate that a woman brings to her husband in marriage
chroniclea historical account of events arranged in order of time usually without analysis or interpretation
appropriateespecially suitable or compatible : fitting