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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

antihero

/ˌæntiˈhɪəroʊ/ noun · British & US
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What does antihero mean?

noun

A main character in a story, movie, etc. who is not a traditional hero, often having negative qualities or flaws.

Example

"The protagonist of the novel was an antihero, struggling with addiction and moral ambiguity."

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