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Bad guy
01
any person who is not on your side
02
a character in a story or film who is portrayed as an antagonist or villain
Who is a "bad guy"?
A bad guy is a character in a story, movie, or television show who acts as the antagonist or villain. This character typically opposes the protagonist and engages in harmful or malevolent actions, creating conflict and tension within the narrative. The bad guy is often responsible for creating obstacles or problems that the hero or main character must overcome.
Examples
The bad guy in the movie had a sinister plan.
He always plays the bad guy in action films.
