Cool MateMeaning of Ambiguous
Open to more than one interpretation; not having one obvious meaning.
In simple words: Something that can be understood in different ways.
Ambiguous in a sentence
- The instructions were so ambiguous that no one could follow them.
- Her ambiguous response left us all confused about her opinion.
- In legal terms, ambiguous language can lead to disputes.
- Many poems are intentionally ambiguous to allow varied interpretations.
How to use Ambiguous
Used in discussions about language or situations where meanings are unclear. Avoid in formal writing when clarity is needed.
Grammar pattern
ambiguous + object
Memory hint
Think of 'a big m' — a letter that has different meanings depending on the context.
Related words
Collocations with Ambiguous
- ambiguous statement
- ambiguous situation
- ambiguous language
- ambiguous response
- ambiguous meaning
Synonyms for Ambiguous
- unclear
- vague
- equivocal
- indeterminate
- obscure
Common mistakes with Ambiguous
- Used as 'ambiguous to' instead of 'ambiguous about'
- Confused with similar words like 'vague' or 'obscure'
- Overused in contexts that require more specific language
Ambiguous appears in
Ambiguous in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
غامض
شيء يمكن فهمه بطرق مختلفة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
দ্ব্যর্থক, অস্পষ্ট
এমন কিছু যা বিভিন্ন উপায়ে বোঝা যায়।
- GermanDeutsch
Mehrdeutigkeit, Zweideutigkeit
Etwas, das man auf verschiedene Arten verstehen kann.
- SpanishEspañol
Ambiguo
Algo que se puede entender de diferentes maneras.
- Persianفارسی
مبهم
چیزی که میتواند به روشهای مختلفی درک شود.
- FrenchFrançais
Ambigu(ë)
Quelque chose qui peut être compris de différentes façons.
- Hindiहिन्दी
अस्पष्ट, संदिग्ध, अनेकार्थी
कोई ऐसी चीज़ जिसे अलग-अलग तरीकों से समझा जा सके।
- ItalianItaliano
Ambigua
Qualcosa che si può capire in modi diversi.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Ambíguo
Algo que pode ser entendido de diferentes maneiras.
- RussianРусский
Неоднозначный, Двусмысленный
Что-то, что можно понять по-разному.
- Urduاردو
مبہم
کوئی ایسی چیز جس کو مختلف طریقوں سے سمجھا جا سکے۔
- Chinese中文
模棱两可
可以用不同方式理解的东西。
More words like Ambiguous
- Vague
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbruptB1
Happening suddenly and unexpectedly.
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Ambiguous
What does Ambiguous mean?
Something that can be understood in different ways.
What is the definition of Ambiguous?
Open to more than one interpretation; not having one obvious meaning.
How do you use Ambiguous in a sentence?
The instructions were so ambiguous that no one could follow them.
Can you give another example of Ambiguous?
Her ambiguous response left us all confused about her opinion.
What are synonyms for Ambiguous?
Common alternatives include unclear, vague, equivocal, indeterminate, obscure.
What is the opposite of Ambiguous?
Opposite meanings include clear, definite, unambiguous.
What words go with Ambiguous?
It commonly pairs with ambiguous statement, ambiguous situation, ambiguous language, ambiguous response, ambiguous meaning.
What are common mistakes when using Ambiguous?
Used as 'ambiguous to' instead of 'ambiguous about' Confused with similar words like 'vague' or 'obscure' Overused in contexts that require more specific language
How do you pronounce Ambiguous?
US: //æmˈbɪɡ.ju.əs//, UK: //æmˈbɪɡ.ju.əs//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Ambiguous?
Used in discussions about language or situations where meanings are unclear. Avoid in formal writing when clarity is needed.
What CEFR level is Ambiguous?
"Ambiguous" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.