GATE 2026 ST – Question 1
General Aptitude · Verbal Aptitude: Grammar and Vocabulary · 1 mark · Multiple choice
The antonym of protagonist is ______.
- agnostic
- antagonist
- arsonist
- anarchist
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Correct answer: (B) antagonist
Explanation
A protagonist is the central character or leading advocate; an antagonist opposes that character or cause. **B**.
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