Figurative Language In Othello

“When I despair, I remember that all through history the way of truth and love have always won. There have been tyrants and murderers, and for a time, they can seem invincible, but in the end, they always fall. Think of it--always.” ― Mahatma Gandhi A not only intense but dramatic storyline that is created through jealousy, envy, and greed is featured in Shakespeare's play, “Othello”, but a story that communicates how evil influences have the ability to tempt the once innocent to the point of madness. Within Shakespeare’s Othello, Shakespeare uses a variety of figurative language and diction to influence the audience to react more sympathetically towards the main character Othello. He also uses this to demonstrate how Othello as a character, advances throughout entirety of the play. Through Othello, Shakespeare is also able to communicate a lesson that can apply …show more content…
This is only because of Iago’s evil influences that influence him to believe that his wife betrayed him, and because he believes this evil claim he willingly lets the evil forces take over and get the best of him. Shakespeare uses personification in,“By heaven, I saw my handkerchief in ’s hand. O perjured woman, thou dost stone my heart, And mak’st me call what I intend to do A murder, which I thought a sacrifice! I saw the handkerchief.” (5.2 70-74) Not only does Othello call his wife a liar but, he also blames her for his evilness. Because Othello plans to kill Desdemona over a handkerchief and the idea of her cheating on him that she is denying shows that Othello was never really a strong leader he was just portraying himself as one. Because a true strong leader would do more investigating and would not want to take someone’s life over their own selfish reasons. Othello’s use of diction towards his wife also shows