antihero
noun
a protagonist who lacks the attributes that make a heroic figure, as nobility of mind and spirit, a life or attitude marked by action or purpose, and the like.
antiheroes
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pluralof antihero.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Among the ragtag crew of antiheroes is Frenchie, played by Tomer Capone.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 13, 2026
Now private-equity executives fill the roles of villains or antiheroes in shows like Billions and Succession, the latter providing this bit: “You know how, like, everyone hates you?”
From Barron's ● Dec. 5, 2025
The original NWO, which consisted of “Hollywood” Hulk Hogan, Kevin Nash and Scott Hall, were so bad they became antiheroes and immensely popular.
From Salon ● Jul. 27, 2025
You’re often played villains or antiheroes, including Macbeth and Father MacPhail in “His Dark Materials.”
From New York Times ● Jun. 6, 2023
Nuanced antiheroes were not this show’s jam, and never did dark doings define the day.
From Seattle Times ● May 31, 2023
