ambiguous
[ɛəmˈbɪɡ.ju.əs]
UK: /æmˈbɪɡ.ju.əs/
ƐƏMBꞮꞬ · ju · əs (3 syllables)
English
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Definition
Open to multiple interpretations.
Etymology
From Latin ambiguus (“moving from side to side, of doubtful nature”), from ambigere (“to go about, wander, doubt”), from ambi- (“around, about, on both sides”) + agere (“to drive, move”).
Example Sentences
- "The politician was criticized for his ambiguous statements and lack of precision."
- "And forasmuch as in this same question I am ambiguous, and Simplicius is resolute...."
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