agon
Posted: Sun Nov 14, 2010 10:40 pm
1. A conflict, especially between the protagonist and antagonist in a work of literature.
2. The part of an ancient Greek drama, especially a comedy, in which two characters engage in verbal dispute.
3. A test of will; a conflict: "Freud's originality stemmed from his aggression and ambition in his agon with biology"
4. A contest in ancient Greece, as in athletics or music, in which prizes were awarded.
2. The part of an ancient Greek drama, especially a comedy, in which two characters engage in verbal dispute.
3. A test of will; a conflict: "Freud's originality stemmed from his aggression and ambition in his agon with biology"
4. A contest in ancient Greece, as in athletics or music, in which prizes were awarded.