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EQUIVOCATIONS

(noun)

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There are 3 meanings of the word Equivocations.

Equivocations - as a noun

A statement that is not literally false but that cleverly avoids an unpleasant truth

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
evasion10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
deceit9deception14misrepresentation
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Intentionally vague or ambiguous

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
evasiveness17prevarication20

Falsification by means of vague or ambiguous language

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tergiversation18

Example Sentences

"His equivocations made it difficult to trust his words."
"The politician's equivocations during the interview raised suspicion."
"Her equivocations left me uncertain about her true intentions."
"The detective saw through the suspect's equivocations."
"The lawyer exposed the witness's equivocations in court."
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Word Game Points

Is EQUIVOCATIONS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, equivocations is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

EQUIVOCATIONS has a SCRABBLE points total of 27.

Is EQUIVOCATIONS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, equivocations is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EQUIVOCATIONS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 31.

Is EQUIVOCATIONS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, equivocations is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EQUIVOCATIONS has a WORDFEUD points total of 29.

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