Word: Ambiguous

Pronunciation

/əˈmɪbjuːɡəs/

Definitions

• Adjective: Having multiple possible meanings or interpretations, often leading to confusion or uncertainty. For example: “The instructions were ambiguous, causing some confusion among the team.”
• Noun: A thing that is open to more than one interpretation or unclear meaning. For example: “The ambiguous nature of the poem led to much debate among scholars.”

Phrases

• “An ambiguous statement” refers to one with multiple possible meanings.
• “Ambiguity in language” highlights the potential for confusion in communication.
• “Resolving ambiguity” means clarifying something that has multiple interpretations.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “The ambiguous policy left many employees unsure about their responsibilities.”
• Noun: “The ambiguous plot of the novel kept readers guessing until the end.”
• Verb: “She tried to resolve the ambiguity in the contract to avoid misunderstandings.”

Synonyms

• Vague
• Unclear
• Indeterminate
• Obscure
• Doubtful
• Ambivalent
• Ambidextrous (in a figurative sense)