Film And Tv Character Archetypes

noun a person who appears to be whole or complete on the outside but lacks depth, emotion, or substance on the inside

• The novel explores the concept of the 'hollow man' as a metaphor for modern society's existential crisis.
• He's always been a bit of a 'hollow man', never really showing his true emotions.
• Don't bother with him, he's just a 'hollow man' with no substance.
• His outward success masked the 'hollow man' within, struggling with inner demons.

noun a man who plays the role of the serious or conventional partner in a comedy duo

• In a comedy duo, the straight man plays the role of the serious and logical character.
• The straight man in the group always keeps things in check when the others get too wild.
• The straight man at the party was a real buzzkill, always trying to bring the mood down.
• She saw herself as the straight man in their relationship, always having to be the voice of reason.