noun
the main character in a story, play, or movie who drives the plot forward
adjective
relating to or characteristic of a protagonist
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The protagonist of the novel was a young woman struggling to find her place in society.
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The main character in the movie is the protagonist, who goes on a wild adventure.
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Dude, the protagonist in that show is so cool, he's like the ultimate hero.
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In the game of life, we are all the protagonists of our own stories.