Equivocal
English Meaning
(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.
- Open to two or more interpretations and often intended to mislead; ambiguous. See Synonyms at ambiguous.
- Of uncertain significance.
- Of a doubtful or uncertain nature.