Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
equivocation
noun
/ˌekwɪvəˈkeɪʃən/
Definition
The use of ambiguous language to conceal the truth or to avoid committing oneself.
Examples
- During the debate, the politician’s equivocation on key issues frustrated the audience.
- Her equivocation made it hard to understand her true feelings about the matter.
Meaning
Equivocation is a way of speaking or writing that includes uncertainty or allows for multiple interpretations, often used intentionally to mislead or to evade a straightforward answer.
Synonyms
- ambiguity
- doubtfulness
- uncertainty
- prevarication
