Agonist

7 lettersnounmoderate

Updated June 2026

Definition

The principal or central character in a work of fiction, around whom the main conflict revolves.

“The agonist of the tragedy is a nobleman whose unchecked ambition leads to his inevitable downfall.”

Pronunciation

Syllables

ag·o·nist

Related Words

Synonyms

protagonistcontenderactivator

Antonyms

antagonist

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Starts AGON, ends -IST, vowels A, O, I, the -IST ending is very common in English

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Scrabble

The -IST suffix hooks well, seven letters earns a bonus, moderate tile value overall

Words Related to Agonist

Anagrams of Agonist

Words that use exactly the same letters as “agonist”.

gitanos

Words one letter different

Change a single letter of “agonist” to make these 7-letter words — useful for Wordle and crossword clues.

agonise

Words you can make from Agonist

Shorter words formed from the letters in “agonist”.

giants gitano ingots saigon sating sontag tangos tigons tongas agios agist agons angst antis ating gains gaist gaits giant gnast gnats goats gonia ingot

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