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Equivocably vs. Equivocally
Equivocably
/ɪˈkwɪvəˌkeɪbəli/Examples:
She spoke equivocably to avoid committing to either side.The instructions were given equivocably, causing confusion.His equivocably worded statement left everyone in suspense.
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Equivocally
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The senator spoke equivocally about the proposed new law.She nodded equivocally, leaving her parents confused.He answered the question equivocally, avoiding a direct reply.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Equivocably is derived from equivocate, meaning speaking ambiguously or unclearly.
- Equivocally describes how something is done in an ambiguous or unclear manner.
- Remember that both words are related to ambiguity, but used in slightly different contexts.
- Use equivocably when referring to the ability to speak or act ambiguously.
- Use equivocally when describing the manner in which something is stated or expressed.
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