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
janus-faced Sentence Examples
- 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.
- The janus-faced deal seemed tempting but carried hidden risks.
- The janus-faced situation presented both opportunities and challenges.
- The janus-faced debate featured opposing viewpoints that masked a common ground.
- The janus-faced apology simultaneously expressed remorse and self-justification.
- The janus-faced pandemic brought both devastation and unexpected innovation.
- The janus-faced nature of human existence reflects our capacity for both good and evil.
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
strained, pretended, superficial,double, lip, fake, hollow, hypocritical, phoney, unnatural
honest, sincere, candid,genuine, heartfelt, sincere, candid, genuine, unfeigned, artless
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.
