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AMBIVALENT

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Ambivalent.

How to pronounce ambivalent:

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Ambivalent - as an adjective satellite

Uncertain or unable to decide about what course to follow

Example: "Was ambivalent about having children"

Ambivalent - as an adjective

Simultaneously experiencing or expressing opposing or contradictory feelings, beliefs, or motivations.

Alternately having one opinion or feeling, and then the opposite.

Example: "He has an ambivalent relationship towards his parents."

Example Sentences

"She felt ambivalent about accepting the job offer."
"He had ambivalent feelings about the outcome of the election."
"The audience had an ambivalent response to the controversial performance."
"They had an ambivalent attitude towards social media."
"I have ambivalent opinions about the new restaurant."
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Word Game Points

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

AMBIVALENT has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is AMBIVALENT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ambivalent is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
AMBIVALENT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

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

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