Antagonist (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ænˈtæɡənɪst/
Definition
A person who actively opposes or is hostile to someone or something; an adversary.
Examples
The novel's protagonist must overcome his own inner demons as well as the external antagonist.
She played the role of the antagonist in the school play, making sure her character was truly menacing.
He was not just a rival; he was the main antagonist in her professional life.
How to Use Antagonist
- antagonist to (prepositional phrase)
- Used to show opposition or hostility towards someone or something. — "His actions were seen as an antagonist to the peace process."
- main antagonist (collocation)
- The primary character or force opposing the protagonist. — "The main antagonist in the film was surprisingly sympathetic."
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