Iago generalizes about women both to Emilia and Desdemona, with dismissive and degrading stereotypes, duplicitous and manipulative. He stereotyped women and did not respect their individual entity or their virtue. Further, he talks about Desdemona, indicating that he envies and disdains her purity and beauty. He objectifies her while simultaneously resenting the admiration she commands from others, particularly Othello.

Iago's character is further developed through the dark and vivid imagery he uses and the justifications he provides for his plans. In his aside, Iago reveals his duplicity and outlines his schemes, providing insight into his manipulative nature. His calculated approach demonstrates that he thrives on the power of deception. His conversation with Roderigo reveals his capability for manipulating others by their weakness, as he convinces Roderigo with sly reasons and takes advantage of his credulity. In the soliloquy, Iago justifies his actions based on suspicions of Emilia's infidelity with Othello and professional envy. These justifications are often presented as made-up, used more to be an excuse for his already premeditated evil actions.

Ultimately, the action of Iago does portray a character motivated by deeply pent-up resentment and opportunism rather than valid reasons. While his grievances might hold a kernel of truth, they fail to rationalize fully the extent of his cruelty. This then shows that the evil in Iago is more intrinsic than circumstantial, in that he seems to revel in causing harm for its own sake.

Lago also uses primarily his charm to undermine the women, the way he treats his wife Emilia is a representation of little to none respect that he has for her. Almost making the audience feel like she is nothing more than a stepping stone for him, such as someone he can use as leverage for his schemes.

Lago feels that Desdemona is an unfaithful and manipulative individual, having much resentment towards her mainly for her relationship with Othello.

Lago feels much jealousy and hatred reflecting on the bigger picture of his view on women.

Lago uses a ton of Imagery and Justification such as “ the green-eyed monster” to describe jealousy and to give grounds for his manipulative actions. Lago’s monologues suggest his sense of bitterness and privilege/entitlement. This is shown especially to Othello success and the loyalty Desdemona shows towards him. Lago has many reasons “valid” or not to all of his plans, presenting himself as jealous and envious. His justification is within his self-interest, inferring a more in depth character driven by insecurity and malicious intent towards others. Although it may seem Lago isn't motivated by evil but with a mix of real and made up insults that he changes into reasoning for his behavior.