character arc
nounUK /ˈkær.ək.tər ɑːk/
US /ˈker.ək.tɚ ɑːrk/
The way a person in a story changes from the beginning to the end.
The hero's character arc takes him from a selfish boy to a brave friend.
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2. The path a character follows as their feelings and beliefs change during a book, movie, or show.
The writer planned a strong character arc for the villain.
3. A gradual change in a person's personality or behavior over time.
Her character arc in the series surprised everyone.
4. The part of a story that shows how a character learns or grows.
Teachers often ask students to describe the main character's arc.