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An '''antagonist''' is a character or a group of characters which stand in opposition to the [[protagonist]] or the main character. <ref>[http://literarydevices.net/antagonist/ LiteraryDevices.net, "Antagonist." Online. April 9, 2014.]</ref> The term is derived from the [Greek] word antagonistes meaning rival, opponent, or competitor.<ref>[http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-an-antagonist.htm WiseGeek.com, What is an Antagonist? Online. April 9, 2014.]</ref> The antagonist's primary goal in any piece of literature is to create conflict for the main characters. The antagonist opposes the protagonist in his endeavors and thus the conflict ensues. Conflict is essential to the furthering of the plot.[http://literarydevices.net/antagonist/]