ambiguity
nounUncertainty caused by more than one possible meaning or interpretation.
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Clear all filtersUncertainty caused by more than one possible meaning or interpretation.
Open to more than one interpretation or not clearly expressed.
Having mixed or conflicting feelings about something.
Open to reasonable disagreement or uncertainty.
Clearly stated, precisely determined, or free from uncertainty.
Clearly determined
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Confusion about one's surroundings, direction, time, or circumstances.
Uncertain or doubtful; also questionable in reliability or value.
Uncertain or unconvinced
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Unclear, open to different interpretations, or not conclusive.
Open to several readings
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Reluctance or delay in acting because of doubt or uncertainty.
Reluctance or uncertainty
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Difficulty choosing between possible actions or alternatives.
Difficulty choosing
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A tendency to struggle with making clear or firm choices.
Tendency not to decide
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Not stable or assured, or lacking confidence about one's position.
Lacking confidence
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Unstable, insecure, or exposed to danger or failure.
Unstable or insecure
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A state of uncertainty about what to do or which choice to make.
Based on possibilities or conjecture rather than established evidence.
Not yet settled or certain; offered cautiously for consideration.
Repeated wavering between choices or opinions.
To hesitate between choices or lose steadiness in a position or commitment.
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