equivocal in Japanese
equivocal in Japanese is 両意にとれる, 曖昧な — equivocal means open to more than one interpretation, often deliberately so, and therefore hard to pin down.
equivocal in Japanese
両意にとれる
Having two or more equally applicable meanings; capable of double or multiple interpretation.
曖昧な
Uncertain, as an indication or sign.
What does "equivocal" mean?
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adjective Open to more than one interpretation, often deliberately so, and therefore hard to pin down.
"He gave an equivocal answer that committed him to nothing."
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adjective Of evidence or results: inconclusive, pointing in no clear direction.
"The blood test came back equivocal, so it was repeated a week later."
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equivocal in a sentence
- He gave an equivocal answer that committed him to nothing.
- Her equivocal praise left everyone wondering what she really thought.
- The blood test came back equivocal, so it was repeated a week later.
- The trial data on the drug remain equivocal.
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What is "equivocal" in Japanese?
"equivocal" in Japanese is 両意にとれる, 曖昧な. equivocal means: Open to more than one interpretation, often deliberately so, and therefore hard to pin down.
How do you use "equivocal" in a sentence?
Example: "He gave an equivocal answer that committed him to nothing." In Japanese, "equivocal" is 両意にとれる, 曖昧な.
Are there other ways to say "equivocal" in Japanese?
Yes — Japanese has 2 translations listed for "equivocal": 両意にとれる, 曖昧な.
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