noun
- the quality or state of being equivocal; ambiguity or uncertainty in meaning or interpretation
- the quality of being deliberately misleading or evasive in speech or conduct
Usage: abstract noun; formal register
Usage: often implies intentional deception
Examples
- The equivocalness of the contract language led to disputes between the two parties.
- Her equivocalness in answering the question made it clear she was hiding something.
- The politician's equivocalness on the issue frustrated voters who wanted a clear stance.
- The equivocalness of the evidence meant the jury could not reach a unanimous verdict.
- He spoke with such equivocalness that no one could determine his true position.
- The equivocalness of the instructions caused confusion among the team members.