verb
- uses ambiguous language deliberately to mislead or avoid committing to a position
Usage: third person singular present
Examples
- The politician equivokes when asked about tax policy.
- She equivokes rather than giving a direct answer.
- He always equivokes during difficult conversations.
- The witness equivokes to avoid incriminating himself.
- The CEO equivokes when discussing layoffs.
- She equivokes about her true intentions.