Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
equivoque
Noun
/ˌɛkwɪˈvoʊk/
Definition
A word or expression that has multiple meanings or interpretations, often deliberately ambiguous.
Examples
- The speaker’s use of equivoque left the audience wondering what he truly meant.
- In legal language, equivoque can lead to misunderstandings in court rulings.
Meaning
Equivoque refers to a situation where a word can be understood in more than one way, creating confusion or misinterpretation due to its ambiguous nature.
Synonyms
- Ambiguity
- Double meaning
- Equivocation
