janus-faced (Meaning)
janus-faced (s)
having or concerned with polarities or contrasts
marked by deliberate deceptiveness especially by pretending one set of feelings and acting under the influence of another
having two faces--one looking to the future and one to the past
janus-faced (a.)
Double-faced; deceitful.
Synonyms & Antonyms of janus-faced
FAQs About the word janus-faced
having or concerned with polarities or contrasts, marked by deliberate deceptiveness especially by pretending one set of feelings and acting under the influence
fake, lip, superficial,double, hypocritical, hollow, pretended, strained, phoney, mealymouthed
heartfelt, sincere, genuine,genuine, honest, unfeigned, unfeigned, artless, sincere, candid
The Janus-faced politician promised progress but delivered stagnation.
The janus-faced corporation praised sustainability while simultaneously polluting the environment.
The janus-faced actor displayed both charm and malice on stage.
The janus-faced friend uttered words of encouragement but secretly plotted behind the scenes.
