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romantic lead

NOUN
part
Synonyms
STRONGEST
piece
STRONG
antagonist bit cameo character dialogue hero lead lines protagonist villain walk-on
WEAK
bit part leading role minor role principal character silent bit stock character straight part supporting role title role
Antonyms
WEAK
whole

Example Sentences

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The British Whitehall, primarily known as a stand-up comedian, panel show guest and presenter, makes a fine romantic lead.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 7, 2026

Even when he’s grouchy and filthy, you get why Molina would imagine Valentin as the ideal romantic lead.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 9, 2025

I promise it’s worth every single second – mostly because of Abrams’ charisma as a romantic lead and Frances’ endearing quirkiness.

From Salon • Dec. 20, 2024

In recent years Grant has traded his romantic lead persona for more eccentric character roles.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 5, 2023

As well as her movie musicals, she played screwball heroines in What's Up, Doc and The Owl And The Pussycat, and the romantic lead in the hugely successful The Way We Were.

From BBC • Nov. 5, 2023