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equivocal vs ambiguous

ambiguous vs equivocal

equivocal and ambiguous both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
equivocal No Yes No No
ambiguous No Yes No No
As adjectives, equivocal and ambiguous are synonyms defined as:
  • equivocal and ambiguous: open to two or more interpretations; or of uncertain nature or significance; or (often) intended to mislead
equivocal (adjective) ambiguous (adjective)
open to two or more interpretations; or of uncertain nature or significance; or (often) intended to mislead having more than one possible meaning
uncertain as a sign or indication open to two or more interpretations; or of uncertain nature or significance; or (often) intended to mislead
open to question having no intrinsic or objective meaning; not organized in conventional patterns
Difference between equivocal and ambiguous

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