ambiguity
1 of 1noun/ˌæmbɪˈɡjuːəti/
1
the quality of a phrase or statement having multiple interpretations due to its wording or context
- The language of the law often has room for ambiguity, leading to various interpretations by lawyers and judges.
- Her statement was filled with ambiguity, leaving everyone unsure of her true intentions.
2
the state of being unclear due to multiple possible meanings
- Without specific dates in the old letter, there was ambiguity about when the events actually occurred.
- To avoid any ambiguity, it's important to define all the terms before drafting the agreement.
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