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Definition of Equivocation
1. Noun. A statement that is not literally false but that cleverly avoids an unpleasant truth.
Generic synonyms: Deceit, Deception, Misrepresentation
Specialized synonyms: Circumlocution, Indirect Expression, Doublespeak, Hedge, Hedging, Cavil, Quibble, Quiddity
Derivative terms: Equivocate
2. Noun. Intentionally vague or ambiguous.
Generic synonyms: Ambiguity, Equivocalness, Untruthfulness
Derivative terms: Equivocate, Evasive, Prevaricate
3. Noun. Falsification by means of vague or ambiguous language.
Generic synonyms: Falsification, Misrepresentation
Derivative terms: Equivocate, Tergiversate
Definition of Equivocation
1. n. The use of expressions susceptible of a double signification, with a purpose to mislead.
Definition of Equivocation
1. Noun. (logic) A logical fallacy resulting from the use of multiple meanings of a single expression. ¹
2. Noun. The use of expressions susceptible of a double signification, possibly intentionally and with the aim of misleading. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Equivocation
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Medical Definition of Equivocation
1. The use of expressions susceptible of a double signification, with a purpose to mislead. "There being no room for equivocations, there is no need of distinctions." (Locke) Synonym: Prevarication, ambiguity, shuffling, evasion, guibbling. See Equivocal, and Prevaricate. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)
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