supporting character

a character in a narrative that is not focused on by the primary storyline, but appears or is mentioned in the story enough to be more than just a minor character

he's more like a supporting character then a minor character don't you think

by leley6 May 29, 2017

supporting character syndrome

Similar to third wheeling, a side-effect of feeling outcast or playing second fiddle to someone more popular or important.

Person 1: Hey, what's wrong with Marcus?
Person 2: Oh, he's dealing with supporting character syndrome.
Person 1: Oh, from Jason and Sarah?
Person 2: Yeah.

by mqqsie November 9, 2019