Synonyms of 'ambivalent'

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(adjective) in the sense of undecidedHe maintained an ambivalent attitude to religion throughout his life.

Synonyms

undecided

She was still undecided as to what career she wanted to pursue.

mixed

I came home from the meeting with mixed feelings.

conflicting

opposed

uncertain

He stopped, uncertain how to put the question tactfully.

doubtful

Why did he sound so doubtful?

unsure

Fifty-two per cent were unsure about the idea.

contradictory

wavering

unresolved

fluctuating

hesitant

She was hesitant about coming forward with her story.

inconclusive

debatable

It is debatable whether or not they were ever properly compensated.

equivocal

Her equivocal response gave nothing away.

vacillating

He has proved weak, indecisive and vacillating.

warring

irresolute

They launched the attack for fear of seeming irresolute.

in two minds

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Opposites

convinced

free from doubt

Additional synonyms

in the sense of debatable

not absolutely certain

It is debatable whether or not they were ever properly compensated.

Synonyms

dubious,

in dispute,

moot,

arguable,

iffy (informal),

open to question,

disputable

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in the sense of doubtful

unsure or uncertain

Why did he sound so doubtful?

Synonyms

unsure,

hesitating,

wavering,

leery (slang),

in two minds (informal),

irresolute

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in the sense of equivocal

of doubtful character or sincerity

Her equivocal response gave nothing away.

Synonyms

obscure,

vague,

dubious,

evasive,

oblique,

indeterminate,

prevaricating,

oracular

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Nearby words of 'ambivalent'

ambition
ambitious
ambivalence
ambivalent
amble
ambush
ameliorate
All ENGLISH synonyms that begin with 'A'

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Thesaurus for ambivalent from the Collins English Thesaurus

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