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ambivalence

/æmˈbɪvələns/ noun · British & US
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What does ambivalence mean?

noun

A feeling of having mixed feelings or conflicting ideas about something. A state of having both positive and negative feelings towards something.

Example

"Her ambivalence towards the new policy made it difficult for her to take a clear stance."

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