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equivocation
noun
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Definition of equivocation:

equivocation (noun):
intentionally vague or ambiguous.
an ambiguous or deliberately evasive statement
cunning or deception used to dodge a question, duty, etc.
deliberate evasiveness in wording the use of ambiguous or equivocal language

Synonyms for equivocation:

circumlocutionambiguitytergiversationwaffleshufflingshuffleevasionprevarication

Antonyms for equivocation:

maintenancetruthhonestyrealityconfrontationfaithfulnessveritylegitimacytrustworthinesscorrection
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