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central figure

NOUN

protagonist

Synonyms

STRONGEST

central character hero heroine lead character leading character leading figure main character main figure principal principal character principal figure

STRONG

central player key player leading player main player principal player star title role

WEAK

archetype idol

Antonyms

STRONGEST

antagonist

STRONG

bit player

WEAK

boss

Example Sentences

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Today, his daughter is a central figure of that Lima establishment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

But he also explores, in depth, the complexities of the band’s central figure, Maurice White.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Again as though making a training film, Mr. Jones surrounds the central figure with role models who maintain good humor and understanding throughout every patience-testing episode.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

The central figure making this case, according to several accounts, is Gen. Dan Caine, the Trump-appointed chairman of the Joint Chief of Staff.

From Slate • Feb. 28, 2026

He worked on the central figure, Moses, with great joy, believing it would be his masterpiece.

From Famous European Artists by Bolton, Sarah K.

central figure

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