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AMBIGUOUS

(adj., adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Ambiguous.

How to pronounce ambiguous:

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Ambiguous - as an adjective

Open to two or more interpretations; or of uncertain nature or significance; or (often) intended to mislead

Example: "An equivocal statement"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
equivocal

Having more than one possible meaning

Example: "Ambiguous words"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
unambiguous

Ambiguous - as an adjective satellite

Having no intrinsic or objective meaning; not organized in conventional patterns

Example: "An ambiguous situation with no frame of reference"

Example Sentences

"The teacher's instructions were ambiguous, leaving the students confused."
"The politician's statements were deliberately ambiguous to avoid taking a clear position."
"The ambiguous ending of the movie left the audience guessing."
"Her response to my question was ambiguous, making it difficult to understand her true intentions."
"The painting's meaning was intentionally ambiguous, allowing viewers to interpret it in multiple ways."
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Word Game Points

Is AMBIGUOUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ambiguous is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

AMBIGUOUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is AMBIGUOUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ambiguous is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
AMBIGUOUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is AMBIGUOUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ambiguous is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
AMBIGUOUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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