noun
agonist
Agonist (noun) means a person taking part in a struggle or contest, such as the main character in a story.
noun
1
A person taking part in a struggle or contest, such as the main character in a story.
2
(anatomy) A muscle that tightens while an opposing muscle relaxes to produce movement.
"When bending the elbow, the biceps is the agonist."
3
(biology) A substance that binds to a receptor in the body and triggers a response.
"Acetylcholine is an agonist at the cholinergic receptor."
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Etymology
Borrowed from Latin agōnista, from Ancient Greek ἀγωνιστής (agōnistḗs, “combatant, champion”). By surface analysis, agon or agony + -ist.
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Rhymes for agonist
Zionist
arsonist
antagonist
cartoonist
saxophonist
protagonist
illusionist
tobacconist
abolitionist
receptionist
nutritionist
exhibitionist
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of agonist?
"agonist" (noun) means a person taking part in a struggle or contest, such as the main character in a story.
What is another word for agonist?
Other words for "agonist" include protagonist.
What is the opposite of agonist?
The opposite of "agonist" is antagonist.
What are the different meanings of agonist?
"agonist" has 3 main meanings: 1. A person taking part in a struggle or contest, such as the main character in a story; 2. (anatomy) A muscle that tightens while an opposing muscle relaxes to produce movement; 3. (biology) A substance that binds to a receptor in the body and triggers a response.
