antagonist Synonyms
Another word for antagonist
• noun (Context 1)
The principal character or force in a literary work, film, or drama that stands in opposition to the protagonist or hero.
"In the novel, the harsh winter climate serves as the primary villain against the stranded explorers."
• noun (Context 2)
A person who actively opposes or is hostile to someone or something; an adversary or opponent.
"Throughout the long political campaign, she remained a formidable adversary to the incumbent senator."
• noun (Context 3)
A chemical substance or drug that binds to a cell receptor and blocks or dampens a biological response typically triggered by another substance.
"The physician administered a receptor blocker to reverse the effects of the medication immediately."
Opposites of antagonist
The opposite of antagonist shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: