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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Adjective

The double-slit experiment, for example, is a classic setup where scientists send particles through two gaps in a screen and observe a resulting interference pattern, proving that the particles act as waves.

— Philipp Strasberg, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026
Saturday night, the Hurricanes outlasted Florida State, 43-35, the double overtime game adding another epic episode to the rivalry.

— David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of double

Adjective

In episode 4, Noah made up an elaborate ruse involving a fake friend’s wedding in Napa — a means of getting Joanne to wine country for a romantic weekend.

— Julia Moore, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2026
The two fans came with their own props even though fake mustaches were given to fans at the entry gates.

— Armando L. Sanchez, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of fake

Adjective

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

Rice could return in the coming week after suffering a strained hamstring.

— Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 19 Oct. 2026
As an 'artificial friend' purchased for an ailing teen, Jenna Ortega tries hard to illuminate this misbegotten Kazuo Ishiguro adaptation, but Waititi's decision to play it for strained, whimsical comedy is ruinous.

— Guy Lodge, Variety, 17 Oct. 2026

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double (in)

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