Definitions

Jekyll and Hyde

[jek-uhl, jee-kuhl] / ˈdʒɛk əl, ˈdʒi kəl /

NOUN

dual personality

Synonyms

WEAK

Proteus dual personality split personality

Example Sentences

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Over its long history, hormone replacement therapy for women in menopause has been the Jekyll and Hyde of medications.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 21, 2025

England have flown out of the blocks in their opening two games of the autumn against New Zealand and Australia - but they are like Jekyll and Hyde.

From BBC • Nov. 10, 2024

Speaking to the BBC, she said: "Jonathan... is a real Jekyll and Hyde character. He is very manipulative."

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2024

But it’s the Jekyll and Hyde manner those shots have been compiled — something McCann alluded to — that’s been perplexing in its inconsistency.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 12, 2023

It is like being taught by Jekyll and Hyde.

From "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian" by Sherman Alexie