Archantagonist

/ˌɑːrkænˈtæɡənɪst/ noun

Definition

The chief enemy or principal opponent; the main antagonist in a story or conflict.

Etymology

From Greek 'archi-' (chief) plus 'antagonist' (from 'anti-' against plus 'agon' struggle). This word formed to describe the supreme opposing force, primarily in literary and dramatic contexts.

Kelly Says

While archvillain and arch-enemy are common words, 'archantagonist' is so rare that using it makes you sound like you're narrating a Victorian novel—it's delightfully pretentious!

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