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1. noun /əˈkwɪvəkəl/

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

Syn: double entendre

2. adjective /əˈkwɪvəkəl/

a) (Literally, called equally one thing or the other; hence:) Having two or more significations equally applicable; capable of double or multiple interpretation; of doubtful meaning; ambiguous; uncertain; as, equivocal words; an equivocal sentence.

b) Capable of being ascribed to different motives, or of signifying opposite feelings, purposes, or characters; deserving to be suspected; as, his actions are equivocal.

Syn: ambiguous, doubtful, uncertain, indeterminate

Ant: unequivocal

See Also: equivocation, equivoque