UNEQUIVOCAL Synonyms: 141 Similar and Opposite Words

unequivocal

adjective

ˌən-i-ˈkwi-və-kəl

Definition of unequivocal

as in unmistakable

not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation few of the candidates have yet staked out unequivocal positions on the hot-button issues

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as in explicit

so clearly expressed as to leave no doubt about the meaning the directions on the vial state in clear and unequivocal language that the drug should not be taken by pregnant women

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Recent Examples of unequivocal In civil denaturalization cases, the government generally must prove its case in federal court with clear, unequivocal and convincing evidence, a demanding standard that reflects the importance of citizenship and the consequences of revoking it. — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2026 When asked whether the uncertainty complicates his thought process around whether to start Game 3 of the Yankees’ ALDS series against the Tampa Bay Rays, Fried was unequivocal. — Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 7 Oct. 2026 While the research is still nascent, McCracken is unequivocal. — Amanda Loudin, Scientific American, 5 Oct. 2026 Lzzy Hale had an unequivocal message about the recent filing of a lawsuit by a former Cornell student alleging a gang rape and drugging in 2024. — Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 2 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unequivocal

Recent Examples of Synonyms for unequivocal

Adjective

The subtle, but unmistakable, undercurrent of apple sweetness struck me as a bit of a magic trick in a bread that, otherwise, to the eye and hand was just a soft white loaf.

— Noah Kaufman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Oct. 2026
The vamp features an unmistakable signature of the Italian house, a horsebit.

— Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of unmistakable

Adjective

Many of them make explicit content and are thus often rejected by mainstream banks.

— Jim Edwards, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2026
The next president may well also have more power to purchase equity stakes; legislation moving through the Senate would give the Pentagon explicit legal authority to do so.

— Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of explicit

Adjective

Aside from obvious fixes like leaking ceilings and sagging floors, the layout, which was chopped up into a warren of tight quarters, needed a full gut to allow the space to breathe and gain more light.

— Juliet Izon, Architectural Digest, 27 Oct. 2026
The best way to alleviate the pressure, therefore, is not to wait on a return but to avoid stringing together so many obvious passing downs that allow the edge rushers to tee off.

— Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of obvious

Adjective

Locals can buy memberships to hang at the pool (but not so many that hotel guests can’t get a chaise lounge), so the pool has a definite country-club vibe.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Oct. 2026
The side effect of being able to reduce the risk of cancerous skin cells and potentially prevent future skin cancers is a definite bonus as well.

— Norah O'Donnell, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of definite

Adjective

One account describes an unusual encounter that raises questions about the object’s flight characteristics and apparent lack of detectable heat.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 23 Oct. 2026
Commenters seem amused by the apparent gaffe and have chosen to convey their feelings through a plethora of puns, jokes and memes.

— Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of apparent

Adjective

Jewish Baseball News — an independent organization that maintains the definitive roster of Jewish players in professional baseball — applies a deliberately inclusive standard.

— Zachary Kranc, Sun Sentinel, 27 Oct. 2026
Sphere Entertainment has said the venue could open before 2030, pending definitive agreements and necessary approvals.

— CBS Baltimore, CBS News, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of definitive

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The company relocated its office to a new location in San Leandro back in March 2020, with the express goal of retaining 100% of its workers in the process.

— Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2026
The throngs of women who are protesting express deep discontent with the government’s paternalism.

— Amrita Basu, The Conversation, 22 Oct. 2026

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