equivocal meaning in Hindi

equivocal in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CGL 2024 T-1 Synonyms

   Identify from the given options the word which is similar in meaning to the following word.
   Equivocal

   ARepresentativeBClearCAmbiguousDBalanced
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Ambiguous

   Correct Answer: Ambiguous
   Explanation:
   "Equivocal" means having more than one possible meaning or being unclear or uncertain, which is similar to "ambiguous." Both words refer to something that is vague or not clear.

2. SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 Antonyms

   Read the given sentence carefully. Change the meaning of the sentence by replacing the underlined word with its ANTONYM from the following options.
   The equivocal tone of the Prime Minister in his speech caused uproar in the chamber.
   (SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 (02-July Shift 1))

   AconflictingBirresoluteCiffyDexplicit
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: D) explicit

   The most appropriate antonym to replace the underlined word "equivocal" in the sentence is "explicit".
   Corrected sentence:
   The explicit tone of the Prime Minister in his speech caused uproar in the chamber.
   Explanation:
   • Equivocal means something that is unclear, ambiguous, or open to multiple interpretations.
   • Explicit means something that is clear, definite, and unambiguous, which is the opposite of equivocal.
   The other options:
   • Conflicting refers to something that is contradictory or at odds with something else, which is not the opposite of equivocal.
   • Iffy means uncertain or questionable, which can be similar to equivocal but is not its direct antonym.
   • Irresolute means uncertain o

3. IB ACIO 2023 T-1 Synonyms

   Select the word that is closest in meaning (SYNONYM) to the word given below
   Equivocal

   AObstructBOccludeCUnanimousDAmbiguous
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: D) Ambiguous

   Explanation:
   Meaning & Explanation:
   🔹 Equivocal (adj.)
   Meaning: Open to more than one interpretation; not having one clear or definite meaning.
   (अनेकों अर्थ वाला, अस्पष्ट, संदिग्ध)
   Example:
   • The politician gave an equivocal answer to avoid controversy.
   ✅ Ambiguous
   Meaning: Unclear or having more than one possible meaning.
   (द्विअर्थी, अस्पष्ट)
   🟢 This is the correct synonym.
   ❌ Let's eliminate the other options:
   ❌ Obstruct
   Meaning: To block or hinder.
   (बाधा डालना)
   ❌ Occlude
   Meaning: To block, close, or stop up.
   (रोकना, बंद करना)
   ❌ Unanimous
   Meaning: Fully in agreement.
   (एकमत)

Examples

• “His equivocal answer left everyone confused about his stance.”

equivocal – questions

What is the meaning of equivocal in Hindi?

equivocal means “अस्पष्ट, संदिग्ध” in Hindi. In English: Open to more than one interpretation; ambiguous or unclear

What are the synonyms of equivocal?

Synonyms of equivocal: ambiguous, vague, uncertain, unclear, evasive.

What is the opposite of equivocal?

Antonyms of equivocal: clear, unambiguous, definite.

Has equivocal been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – equivocal has been asked 3 times in SSC exams: SSC CGL 2024 T-1, SSC CHSL 2024 T-1, IB ACIO 2023 T-1.

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