Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
amphibolous
Adjective
/æmˈfɪb.ə.ləs/
Definition
Having an ambiguous or double meaning; capable of being interpreted in more than one way.
Examples
- The amphibolous nature of the sentence led to different interpretations among the readers.
- His amphibolous remarks in the meeting caused some misunderstandings among the project team.
- She used an amphibolous phrase in her speech that left the audience puzzled.
Meaning
The term describes something that can be understood in multiple ways, often leading to confusion or a need for clarification.
Synonyms
- ambiguous
- double-edged
- vague
- equivocal
- uncertain
