ambiguity
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for ambiguity, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The quality of having more than one possible meaning or interpretation.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
equivocalness
weasel word
Antonyms
How to use ambiguity
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
leave room for ambiguity
resolve the ambiguity
moral ambiguity
Etymology
From Old French ambiguite, from Latin ambiguitas, from ambiguus — see "ambiguous".
Full origin of ambiguity →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.
