double-dealer; two-faced person; duplicity
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesnoun
double-dealer; two-faced person; one who duplicitously appeases both sides
derogatoryRefers to a person who says or does different things to different people, especially to gain advantage or avoid conflict. Often carries a negative, disapproving connotation.
He is a typical double-dealer, acting one way in front of the boss and another in front of colleagues.
In this debate, he played the role of a two-faced person, offending neither side.
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In politics, the most taboo thing is to be a double-dealer; once exposed, you lose everyone's trust.
noun
duplicity; two-faced behavior; double-dealing
derogatoryRefers to the act or practice of being duplicitous, not the person. Often used with verbs like 耍 (shuǎ, 'to play').
He is used to practicing duplicity, so no one truly believes him.
This kind of two-faced behavior will ultimately harm him.
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Engaging in double-dealing in business negotiations is a very risky strategy.