What does "equivocal" mean?

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

What is a synonym for "equivocal"?

Common synonyms include: indeterminate, questionable, ambiguous, doubtful, dubious, evasive.

Pronounced //ɪˈkwɪvək(ə)l//.

//ɪˈkwɪvək(ə)l// adj, noun

adj, noun ·Common ·High school level

Noun

1
A word or expression capable of different meanings; an ambiguous term.
"Some equivocals are merely ambiguous. Sharp is an example. It is equivocal since it is appropriate to call different types of things 'sharp' though what it is for them to be sharp differs."

Adjective

1
Having two or more equally applicable meanings; capable of double or multiple interpretation.
"equivocal words"
2
Capable of being ascribed to different motives, or of signifying opposite feelings, purposes, or characters; deserving to be suspected.
"His actions are equivocal."
3
Uncertain, as an indication or sign.
"How equivocal a test."

Adjective

1
uncertain as a sign or indication wordnet
2
open to two or more interpretations; or of uncertain nature or significance; or (often) intended to mislead wordnet
3
open to question wordnet