iago

/ˈaɪ.ə.goʊ/

Definitions

1. proper noun

a character in William Shakespeare’s play Othello, known for his cunning and manipulation

“The character Iago is often cited as an example of the dangers of deception and manipulation.”

2. verb

to deceive or manipulate someone in a clever or sneaky way

“Iagoed my friend into giving me his ticket, and now I’m going to the concert for free.”

Synonyms

  • deceiver
  • manipulator
  • schemer

Antonyms

  • honest
  • trustworthy