English dictionary

ambiguous

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Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

adjective

open to two or more interpretations; or of uncertain nature or significance; or (often) intended to mislead

adj.all

Examples
The polling had a complex and equivocal (or ambiguous) message for potential female candidates.

Synonyms equivocal

Antonyms unambiguous unequivocal univocal

Source: WordNet 3.0
having more than one possible meaning

adj.all

Examples
Ambiguous words.

Frustrated by ambiguous instructions, the parents were unable to assemble the toy.

Antonyms unambiguous

Source: WordNet 3.0
Doubtful or uncertain, particularly in respect to signification; capable of being understood in either of two or more possible senses; equivocal; as, an <i>ambiguous</i> course; an <i>ambiguous</i> expression.

adjective

Source: webster1913