DOUBLE-FACED Synonyms: 71 Similar and Opposite Words

double-faced

adjective

ˌdə-bəl-ˈfāst

Definition of double-faced

as in double

not being or expressing what one appears to be or express you'll find out how double-faced she is when you're no further help to her career

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Recent Examples of double-faced Leather, suede, velvet, bugle beads, inky denim, double-face wool. — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026 Cashmere sport coats, double-faced finishes, sculptural outerwear and timeless eveningwear which showcased the collection’s focus on expert tailoring. — Brittany Talarico, PEOPLE, 19 Jan. 2026 Cashmere or camel, a double-faced coat or trench works best, worn open to signify the loosening of bonds. — Jennifer Noyes, Air Mail, 18 Oct. 2025 This robe is no exception, thanks to its silky double-face fleece knit, shawl collar hood, and pockets. — Madison Roberts, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for double-faced

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But this is an album that’s apparently about the artist’s double life, and the questions that are bound to be at the forefront of any curious listener’s mind go unaddressed.

— Daniel Bromfield, Pitchfork, 7 Oct. 2026
To [React with exaggerated surprise] is to DO A DOUBLE TAKE — as in, to take out double letters (not consecutive ones, mind you).

— Sam Corbin, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of double

Adjective

Carmella is also still mad at Vicki for saying that Danny is raising her kids, and Heather is angry after learning that Vicki called her fake in Palm Springs.

— Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 2 Oct. 2026
All are alleged to have sent investors fake account statements and communications claiming their investments were either safe and sound or growing rapidly.

— Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of fake

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Likewise, lip masks designed to be worn overnight can provide improved hydration and comfort over daytime treatments.

— Caroline Reilly, Forbes.com, 25 Mar. 2026
On the opposite end of the spectrum, Tatianna points to cinnamon as a conductor of heat—one commonly used in lip plumper products to achieve a sultry pout.

— Essence, Essence, 23 Nov. 2025

Definition of lip

Adjective

Worries have been rising about the French government’s big debt and its strained budget.

— Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2026
Giancarlo Stanton, who hasn’t played since April 24 because of strained calf muscles in both legs, remained on the 26-man roster for the best-of-five series starting Saturday.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of strained

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double (in)

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