What does double-faced mean?
Double-faced means Having two functional faces..
Double-faced
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Having two functional faces..
Definitions by Sense
- Having two functional faces.
- Deceitful; hypocritical; treacherous.
Example Sentences
a double-faced hammer
Fame , if not double-faced , is double-mouthed , And with contrary blast proclaims most deed
A deep-seated misgiving about U.S. Asian policy is spreading among anti-Communists in Southeast Asia, who fear that the Korean truce is the first sign of U.S. withdrawal. In Hong Kong, anti-Communist Chinese newspapers, even those critical of Chiang, now talk about “U.S. double-faced diplomacy.” One said that “Ike and Dulles have stepped right into Acheson’s shoes.”
Synonyms for double-faced
Antonyms for double-faced
Related Words
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
Practice and Learn More
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for double-faced?
Common synonyms include two-faced, double-hearted, Janus-faced, beguiling.
What is the opposite of double-faced?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use double-faced in a sentence?
a double-faced hammer
Sources & Attribution
FreeDictionaryAPI.com / Wiktionary · Original source · CC BY-SA 4.0
Dictionary data is provided by FreeDictionaryAPI.com and sourced from Wiktionary under its stated license.