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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

antagonists

/ænˈtæɡənɪsts/ noun · British & US
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What does antagonists mean?

noun

People who oppose or are in conflict with the main character or protagonist in a story, play, or novel. In a broader sense, a person who actively opposes or contradicts another person or group.

Example

"The antagonists in the movie were the corrupt government officials who sought to undermine the hero's efforts to bring about change."

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