Definition

Having two faces or aspects that look in opposite directions, similar to the Roman god Janus.

Example

The sculpture was janiform, depicting a figure with two faces, one looking forward and the other backward.

Conversation

Did you see that new art piece at the gallery?

Yeah, it's so interesting! It has a really janiform quality to it.

I know, right? It feels like it shows two different perspectives at once.

Exactly, it's like looking at the past and future simultaneously.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Janiform → It is formed from "Janus" (the Roman god of beginnings, gates, transitions, time, duality, and endings) and "-form" (meaning shape or form). The word "janiform" describes something that has two faces or forms, reflecting the duality associated with Janus.

Memory Tip

Think of Janus, the two-faced god, to remember that "janiform" refers to something that has two forms or faces.

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