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Ambiguities

Noun / æmbʌˈgju:ʌti:z / Another word for ambiguities — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Ambiguities are words, phrases, or statements that are unclear or have more than one interpretation.

Synonyms & similar words

unequivocalness equivocalness unambiguity ambiguity uncertainty vagueness ambivalence equivocation obscurity doubtfulness indistinctness nebulousness opaqueness opaquity polysemy polysemousness polysemia duplicity equivocalness two-sidedness

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Example sentences

  1. The ambiguities in the contract caused a dispute between the two parties.
  2. The candidate's speech was filled with ambiguities, making it hard to understand his stance on the issue.
  3. The teacher explained the ambiguities in the story to the students.
  4. The author intentionally included ambiguities in the plot to keep the readers guessing.
  5. The lawyer exploited the ambiguities in the law to win the case.

Quotes

  • “Ambiguity is the enemy of understanding.” - William C. Kirby
  • “Ambiguity is the fertile ground of creativity.” - Deepak Chopra
  • “Ambiguity is the power of language to transform, to open up new possibilities.” - Walter Benn Michaels

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