Ambiguous Definition
ambiguous
adjective
- open to two or more interpretations; or of uncertain nature or significance; or (often) intended to mislead; "an equivocal statement"; "the polling had a complex and equivocal (or ambiguous) message for potential female candidates"; "the officer's equivocal behavior increased the victim's uneasiness"; "popularity is an equivocal crown"; "an equivocal response to an embarrassing question"
- having more than one possible meaning; "ambiguous words"; "frustrated by ambiguous instructions, the parents were unable to assemble the toy"
- having no intrinsic or objective meaning; not organized in conventional patterns; "an ambiguous situation with no frame of reference"; "ambiguous inkblots"
"Ambiguous" in song lyrics
See how ambiguous is used in real songs:
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"Did you forget you was ambiguous"
Kool Moe Dee — I'm Hittin' Hard -
"definition of ambiguous"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with ambiguous
Usage tips for "ambiguous"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "ambiguous" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for ambiguous to find words that pair well.