Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.

Central character in a story or play

Protagonist

The word which means the same as the group of words "central character in a story or play" is protagonist.

• Hedonist is a person who believes that pleasure is the highest good.
• Cartoonist is a person who draws cartoons.
• Opportunist is a person who takes advantage of opportunities, especially those that are not ethically sound.

The word protagonist is the most appropriate because it specifically refers to the main character of a story or play. The other words do not have the same connotation of being the central focus of a story.