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equivocal

/əˈkwɪvəkəl/ /ɪˈkwɪvək(ə)l/

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noun

كلمة غامضة، تعبير ملتبس

A word or expression capable of different meanings; an ambiguous term.

Examples :

"The teacher's statement about the upcoming exam was an equivocal one; it could mean either a very easy test or a very difficult one. "

كانت تصريح المعلمة حول الاختبار القادم كلمة غامضة؛ فقد تعني إما اختبارًا سهلاً جدًا أو اختبارًا صعبًا جدًا.

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adjective

غامض، ملتبس

Having two or more equally applicable meanings; capable of double or multiple interpretation.

Examples :

"an equivocal sentence"

جملة غامضة.

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adjective

مريب، مشكوك فيه

Capable of being ascribed to different motives, or of signifying opposite feelings, purposes, or characters; deserving to be suspected.

Examples :

"His actions are equivocal."

أفعاله مريبة.

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adjective

غامض، ملتبس

Uncertain, as an indication or sign.

Examples :

"The doctor's diagnosis was equivocal; he wasn't sure if it was a cold or the flu. "

كان تشخيص الطبيب غامضًا؛ لم يكن متأكدًا مما إذا كان الأمر يتعلق بنزلة برد أو إنفلونزا.

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