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Unequivocal
Leaving no doubt; clear, definite, and unambiguous; having a single, indisputable interpretation.
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Imagine a courtroom verdict spoken with one loud, unwavering statement—no hedging, no alternative readings—an unequivocal decision that settles the matter once and for all.
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Sounds Like
uh-nih-KWIV-uh-kuhl
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Looks Like
un + equivocal (prefix + root) hints at its meaning
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Remember This
Unequivocal is the opposite of equivocal. The core idea is certainty and lack of ambiguity.
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Other Forms
unequivocallyadverb
unequivocalitynoun
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Connect With
unambiguous, explicit, definite, clear, irrefutable, indisputable
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Note
Use with statements, evidence, or stances that truly admit no doubt. The adverb form is unequivocally.
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Examples
- The witness gave unequivocal testimony that the defendant was at the scene.
- There is unequivocal evidence linking the suspect to the crime.
Synonyms
unambiguouscleardefiniteexplicitindisputable
Antonyms
ambiguousequivocalunclear
Etymology
From un- (not) + equivo cal. Equivocal comes from Latin aequivocus meaning 'of equal voice/meaning' from aequus 'equal' + vox 'voice'; unequi vocal adds the negating prefix to convey 'not equivocal'.
Mnemonic
UN-EQUIVOCAL: One voice, no doubt. Picture a judge speaking in a single clear tone, leaving no room for two meanings.
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