Definitions

1. adjective

open to two or more interpretations; ambiguous

“The politician’s equivocal response to the question raised suspicions.”

2. noun

a statement or utterance that is open to two or more interpretations; ambiguity

“The lawyer pointed out the equivocal nature of the witness’s testimony.”

3. verb

to express oneself in a way that is open to two or more interpretations

“The diplomat tried to equivocate about the country’s stance on the issue.”