
Equivocal
Interpretation Required
Equivocal expressions often need context or extra information to be understood clearly.

Her comments were equivocal without the report in hand.
Indecision Indicated
Use 'equivocal' when someone avoids making a firm decision or statement.

His equivocal stance on the project left the team confused.
Subtle Confusion
It implies a subtle confusion without being outright wrong.

Her equivocal directions caused him to take the longer route.
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AmbiguousCertainClearDubiousEquivocateEvasiveQuestionableVague
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