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equivocal

/ɪˈkwɪvəkəl/ adjective · British & US
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What does equivocal mean?

adjective

Having two or more possible meanings; ambiguous. Equivocal language or behavior is unclear or open to multiple interpretations.

Example

"The politician's equivocal response to the question left many voters confused."

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