单词 | ambiguity |
释义 | ambiguity ambiguity /ˌæm.bɪˈɡjuː.ɪ.ti/ aep /-ə.t̬i/ noun [C or U] ► C2 (an example of) the fact of something having more than one possible meaning and therefore possibly causing confusion: » We wish to remove any ambiguity concerning our demands.» There are some ambiguities in the legislation.Thesaurus+: ↑Difficult to understand , ↑Complicated and difficult to do , ↑Puzzle and confuse • • • Extra Examples:» There is some ambiguity in the Bible story, and it has been interpreted in different ways.» The law ought to be tightened to avoid any ambiguity.» Is he now saying that he's in favour of going to war? His statement is full of ambiguity.» Let me say this, to avoid any ambiguity, - I am not leaving my wife.» Be as precise as possible in your answer, so that there is no ambiguity. |
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