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Vocabulary Entry
othello
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A tragedy by William Shakespeare about the downfall of Othello, a Moorish general in the Venetian army.
Example Sentences
"Othello is considered one of Shakespeare's greatest tragedies."
"In the play Othello, jealousy drives the plot."
"The character of Othello has been portrayed in various adaptations."
V
verb
To act in a manner characteristic of Othello; often implying a tragic downfall due to jealousy or manipulation.
Example Sentences
"He felt he was beginning to othello in his relationships, succumbing to jealousy."
"She warned him not to othello and trust his instincts too much."
"After discovering the truth, he didn't want to othello and ruin his life."