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equivocation

/ɪkvɪˈkeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does equivocation mean?

noun

The act of using ambiguous or unclear language, especially with the intention of deceiving or misleading. A statement or expression that is ambiguous or open to multiple interpretations.

Example

"The politician's equivocation on the issue left many voters confused and frustrated."

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