Antagonist

Vocabulary Beginner

📝 Quick Definition

A character or force that opposes the protagonist

📚 Detailed Explanation

The antagonist is the character, group, or force that opposes the protagonist and creates conflict in the story. The antagonist doesn't have to be evil—just in opposition to the main character.

💡 Example

Voldemort in Harry Potter, the Capitol in The Hunger Games.

⚠️ Common Mistake/Confusion

Not always a villain—just the opposing force.

🏷️ Tags

character conflict opposition

📌 Notes/Source

Creates the central conflict that drives the plot.