Complete Definition of "equivocal"

English
Noun
equivocal

#A word or expression capable of different meanings; an ambiguous term; an equivoque.

Adjective
equivocal

#(Literally, called equally one thing or the other; hence:) Having two significations equally applicable; capable of double interpretation; of doubtful meaning; ambiguous; uncertain; as, equivocal words; an equivocal sentence.
#Capable of being ascribed to different motives, or of signifying opposite feelings, purposes, or characters; deserving to be suspected; as, his actions are equivocal.
#Uncertain, as an indication or sign; doubtful.

Translations
trans-top|Having two significations equally applicable
Finnish: moniselitteinen, monimerkityksinen
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trans-top|Capable of being ascribed to different motives, or of signifying opposite feelings, purposes, or characters
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trans-top|Uncertain, as an indication or sign; doubtful
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Antonyms
unequivocal

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