noun
- The quality or state of being equivocal; ambiguity or uncertainty in meaning or interpretation.
- Instances or examples of equivocal statements, behavior, or conduct that are deliberately misleading or open to multiple interpretations.
Usage: Plural form of equivocalness; Often used in formal or academic contexts
Usage: Often refers to intentional or suspicious ambiguity
Examples
- The equivocalnesses in the contract made it difficult for both parties to understand their obligations.
- Her response was full of equivocalnesses that left everyone confused about her true position.
- The politician's equivocalnesses on the issue frustrated voters seeking a clear answer.
- We need to eliminate the equivocalnesses in this policy before implementation.
- The equivocalnesses of his testimony raised suspicions among the investigators.
- Legal documents should avoid equivocalnesses that could lead to disputes later.