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equivocal

1 of 1adjective
/ˈɪk.wɪ.və.kəl/
1

having two or more possible meanings

  • The politician gave an equivocal answer about his stance on the issue.
  • Her equivocal response left everyone unsure about her true intentions.
  • The clues in the puzzle were designed to be equivocal, adding to the challenge.
  • The message was so equivocal that it could be interpreted in several ways.
  • The contract's terms were intentionally equivocal, causing confusion among the parties.
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2

uncertain as a sign or indication

3

(of a statement or situation) intentionally vague or misleading

  • His equivocal remarks during the interview left everyone unsure of his position.
  • The report was filled with equivocal language, making it difficult to draw clear conclusions.
  • She offered an equivocal response that didn’t answer the question directly.
  • The politician's equivocal stance on the issue frustrated both supporters and opponents.
  • The artist’s equivocal style often leads viewers to interpret her work in various ways.