Deuteragonist vs. Protagonist

Deuteragonistnoun

A person in a secondary role, specifically the second most important character (after the protagonist).

Deuteragonist

In literature, the deuteragonist or secondary main character (from Ancient Greek: δευτεραγωνιστής, deuteragōnistḗs, second actor) is the second most important character, after the protagonist and before the tritagonist. The deuteragonist often acts as a constant companion to the protagonist or someone who continues actively aiding a protagonist.

Protagonistnoun

(authorship) The main character, or one of the main characters, in any story, such as a literary work or drama.

Protagonistnoun

A leading person in a contest; a principal performer.

Protagonistnoun

(proscribed) An advocate or champion of a cause or course of action.

Protagonistnoun

One who takes the leading part in a drama; hence, one who takes lead in some great scene, enterprise, conflict, or the like.

Protagonistnoun

a person who backs a politician or a team etc.;

Protagonistnoun

the principal character in a work of fiction

Protagonist

A protagonist (from Ancient Greek πρωταγωνιστής, prōtagōnistḗs 'one who plays the first part, chief actor') is the main character of a story. The protagonist makes key decisions that affect the plot, primarily influencing the story and propelling it forward and is often the character who faces the most significant obstacles.