protagonist
noun
the leading character, hero, or heroine of a drama or other literary work.
protagonism
-
a word derived from
protagonist.
Example Sentences
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Their protagonism in Aguirre’s squad could also signal another new era for the Mexican national team — one in which Mexican American players are just as vital as those born on Mexican soil.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 30, 2026
For the civil rights struggles over race and sexual orientation the events of June 2015 marked victories over narratives of false protagonism.
From Time ● Jul. 3, 2015
