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AMBIVALENCE Synonyms

There are 10 synonyms of the word ambivalence. (exact relations)
There is 1 hypernym of the word ambivalence. (close relations)
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conflict
nounn
noun

• an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals)

• opposition between two simultaneous but incompatible feelings

• a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war

• a state of opposition between persons or ideas or interests

• an incompatibility of dates or events

• opposition in a work of drama or fiction between characters or forces (especially an opposition that motivates the development of the plot)

• a disagreement or argument about something important

verb

• be in conflict

• go against, as of rules and laws

dithering
verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
noun

• the process of representing intermediate colors by patterns of tiny colored dots that simulate the desired color

doubtfulness
nounn
noun

• the state of being unsure of something

• uncertainty about the truth or factuality or existence of something

equivocation
nounn
noun

• a statement that is not literally false but that cleverly avoids an unpleasant truth

• intentionally vague or ambiguous

• falsification by means of vague or ambiguous language

hesitancy
nounn
noun

• a feeling of diffidence and indecision about doing something

• a certain degree of unwillingness

indecision
nounn
noun

• doubt concerning two or more possible alternatives or courses of action

• the trait of irresolution; a lack of firmness of character or purpose

irresolution
nounn
noun

• doubt concerning two or more possible alternatives or courses of action

• the trait of being irresolute; lacking firmness of purpose

uncertainty
nounn
noun

• being unsettled or in doubt or dependent on chance

• the state of being unsure of something

vacillation
nounn
noun

• indecision in speech or action

• changing location by moving back and forth

ambivalency
nounn
noun

• mixed feelings or emotions

Best Hypernyms For AMBIVALENCE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for ambivalence, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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feeling

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