noun

deuteragonist

Deuteragonist (noun) means a secondary character; specifically, the second most important character (after the protagonist).

noun

A secondary character; specifically, the second most important character (after the protagonist).

An actor playing a role (potentially all roles) requiring a second actor to be present on the stage, opposite the protagonist.

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Etymology

From Ancient Greek δευτεραγωνιστής (deuteragōnistḗs, literally “second actor”), originally in Greek drama, from ἀγωνιστής (agōnistḗs, “a combatant, pleader, actor”). By surface analysis, deuter- (“second”) + agonist (“combatant, participant”).

Rhymes for deuteragonist

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of deuteragonist?

"deuteragonist" (noun) means a secondary character; specifically, the second most important character (after the protagonist).

What are the different meanings of deuteragonist?

"deuteragonist" has 2 main meanings: 1. A secondary character; specifically, the second most important character (after the protagonist); 2. An actor playing a role (potentially all roles) requiring a second actor to be present on the stage, opposite the protagonist.