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equivocal

adjective/ɪˈkwɪv.ə.kəl/

open to more than one interpretation; ambiguous

Synonyms

• ambiguous
• evasive
• noncommittal

Antonyms

• unambiguous
• clear
• decisive

equivocal in a sentence

Where it comes from

From Latin aequus 'equal' + vocare 'to call'

Memory hook

EQUI (equal) + VOCAL — speaks both ways equally.

Word parts

• equ — equal, same
  equivocal: equ (equal) + voc (voice, call)
• voc/vok — call, voice
  equivocal: equi- (equal) + voc (voice) + -al (relating to)

Read it in context

• A Basin Between Tides Nature

Practice equivocal in the app

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