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ambiguity

1 antonyms and opposites of ambiguity, grouped by meaning.

Noun — The quality of having more than one possible meaning or interpretation.

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Etymology

From Old French ambiguite, from Latin ambiguitas, from ambiguus — see "ambiguous".

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Frequently asked questions

What does “ambiguity” mean?

The word “ambiguity” means the quality of having more than one possible meaning or interpretation. In plain terms, unclearness caused by a word or statement being open to more than one meaning.

How do you pronounce “ambiguity”?

“Ambiguity” is pronounced am-bih-GYOO-ih-tee (/æm.bɪˈɡju.ɪ.ti/ in IPA).

How do you use “ambiguity” in a sentence?

Here is “ambiguity” used in a sentence: “The contract's wording left room for ambiguity about who was liable.”

What is another word for “ambiguity”?

Words with a similar meaning to “ambiguity” include weasel word.

What is the opposite of “ambiguity”?

The opposite of “ambiguity” — its antonyms — is unambiguity.

What part of speech is “ambiguity”?

“Ambiguity” is a noun.

Where does the word “ambiguity” come from?

The word “ambiguity” comes from Latin. From Old French ambiguite, from Latin ambiguitas, from ambiguus — see "ambiguous".

Is “ambiguity” a common word?

“Ambiguity” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.

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