equivocal
adjectiveUnclear, open to different interpretations, or not conclusive.
Open to several readings
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Clear all filtersUnclear, open to different interpretations, or not conclusive.
Open to several readings
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Clear and leaving no reasonable doubt about meaning or intention.
Uncertainty caused by more than one possible meaning or interpretation.
Open to more than one interpretation or not clearly expressed.
Absolute and without qualification or exception.
In an absolute and unqualified manner.
Clearly stated, precisely determined, or free from uncertainty.
Clearly determined
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Conclusive or authoritative enough to settle a question.
Avoiding a direct answer, clear commitment, or straightforward course of action.
Stated clearly and directly, leaving little need for interpretation.
Clearly stated
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Avoiding a definite position, opinion, or promise.
Clear enough to allow only one reasonable interpretation in context.
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