Janus-faced

The word “Janus-faced” has 3 syllables: jan-us-faced.

It's pronounced as /ˈdʒeɪnəs ˌfeɪst/.


What is synonym and antonym for Janus-faced?

In the thesaurus, “Janus-faced” has 8 synonyms and 7 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for Janus-faced along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for Janus-faced

  • double
  • fake
  • hollow
  • hypocritical
  • lip
  • pretended
  • strained
  • superficial

Antonyms for Janus-faced

  • artless
  • candid
  • genuine
  • heartfelt
  • honest
  • sincere
  • unfeigned

Example Sentences

  • The politician's promises were often janus-faced, revealing a double standard.
  • In business negotiations, some companies may display a Janus-faced approach to gain advantage.
  • The gossip magazine presented a Janus-faced portrayal of the celebrity, alternating between praise and criticism.
  • The suspect's alibi seemed Janus-faced, with conflicting details that raised suspicion.
  • The diplomatic statement was carefully crafted to appear neutral but had a subtly Janus-faced agenda.

On this page you'll find 15 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to Janus-faced, such as: artless, candid, double, fake, genuine, heartfelt, hollow.

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