How to Pronounce Agonists

To pronounce "agonists", say AG-on-ists — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

AG-on-ists

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💡 Tip for remembering “agonists”

"agonists" has 3 syllables: ag-on-ists. It rhymes with antagonists and protagonists, if that helps it stick.

What does agonists mean?

noun

  1. Someone involved in a contest or battle (as in an agon), protagonist.
  2. The muscle that contracts while the other relaxes.

    “When bending the elbow, the biceps is the agonist.”

Words that rhyme with agonists

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

antagonistsprotagonistsagonus

Related words

antagonistscontestantsstimulatorsactivatorspotentiatorsinducersenhancerspromoters

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "agonists"?▾

"Agonists" has 3 syllables: ag · on · ists.

What does "agonists" mean?▾

Agonists: Someone involved in a contest or battle (as in an agon), protagonist.

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