ambiguity

noun
ˌæmbɪˈɡjuːɪti

Meaning

The quality of being open to more than one interpretation; inexactness.
The quality of being open to more than one interpretation; uncertainty of meaning.

Example Sentences

The ambiguity of the statement caused confusion among the team.

The ambiguity in his statement caused confusion.

Legal documents should avoid ambiguity.

Synonyms

uncertainty, vagueness, obscurity
Entry 1
uncertainty, vagueness
Entry 2
vagueness, obscurity, uncertainty
Entry 3
uncertainty, vagueness, obscurity

Antonyms

clarity, certainty, precision, transparency, explicitness
Entry 1
clarity, certainty
Entry 2
clarity, precision, transparency
Entry 3
clarity, explicitness, precision