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ambiguity

The correct spelling is ambiguity.

How to pronounce ambiguity

/æmbɪˈɡjuːɪti/
noun

IPA: /æmbɪˈɡjuːɪti/

Say it like: Amb-igui-tee

The correct spelling is ambiguity. Something, particularly words and sentences, that is open to more than one interpretation, explanation or meaning, if that meaning etc cannot be determined from its context. For example: "His speech was made with such great ambiguity that neither supporter nor opponent could be certain of his true position."

Usage Examples

His speech was made with such great ambiguity that neither supporter nor opponent could be certain of his true position.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.Something, particularly words and sentences, that is open to more than one interpretation, explanation or meaning, if that meaning etc cannot be determined from its context.
  2. 2.The state of being ambiguous.

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