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Definition ambiguity in British English

ambiguity noun

noun
/ˌæmbɪˈɡjuːəti/
1

something that is not clear because it has more than one possible meaning

Example

There seem to be some ambiguities in the rules.

Synonyms and related words
ambiguity ambiguous meaningless
1.1

a lack of clear and exact use of words, so that more than one meaning is possible

Example

Try to avoid ambiguity and keep your comments brief.

Synonyms and related words
ambiguity ambiguous meaningless
2

a confusing mixture of feelings or ideas that makes something hard to understand

Example

Her stories are full of moral ambiguities.

Synonyms and related words
confusion ambiguity bewilderment
Definition ambiguity in British English