key term - Antagonist

Definition

The antagonist is a character or force that opposes the protagonist in a story, creating conflict and obstacles for them to overcome.

Related terms

Protagonist:

The main character in a story who faces challenges and drives the plot forward.

Conflict:

A struggle or problem that arises between opposing forces, often involving the protagonist and antagonist.

Characterization:

The process of developing and portraying characters in a story through their actions, dialogue, thoughts, and appearance.