What does the cryptic crossword clue "Evil character, one in the past (4)" mean?

The definition is "Evil character". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). I (synonym of "one") + AGO (synonym of "past"); definition: "Evil character," The answer is IAGO.

Evil character, one in the past (4)

Times Cryptic #28695 | 25 Down | 2023-08-30 flower

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