Ambiguous
Pronunciation: /æmˈbɪɡjuəs/
Ambiguous (adjective)
- Having more than one possible meaning, making it difficult to understand clearly.
- Causing confusion because it can be interpreted in different ways.
Examples
- The instructions were ambiguous and led to confusion.
- Her response was ambiguous, leaving everyone unsure.
Common collocations: ambiguous meaning, ambiguous situation, ambiguous statement, ambiguous language, ambiguous response