English Synonym Finder

ambiguous

Definitions

Open to more than one interpretation; having a double meaning.

Unclear or inexact because a choice between alternatives has not been made.

Examples

The politician gave an ambiguous answer that left the voters confused about his true stance.

Because the instructions were ambiguous, the students were unsure how to complete the assignment.

Synonyms

vague equivocal obscure nebulous uncertain cryptic enigmatic

Antonyms

clear explicit precise definite unambiguous certain obvious