Definitions

univocal

[yoo-niv-uh-kuhl, yoo-nuh-voh-] / yuˈnɪv ə kəl, ˌyu nəˈvoʊ- /

ADJECTIVE

unambiguous

Synonyms

STRONGEST

explicit obvious

WEAK

apparent distinct plain unblurred

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ambiguous indefinite obscure vague

ADJECTIVE

unequivocal

Synonyms

STRONGEST

absolute apparent categorical clear-cut decisive explicit indisputable obvious straightforward unambiguous undeniable unmistakable

WEAK

certain clear decided direct distinct downright evident flat out incontestable incontrovertible indubitable manifest no catch no fine print no holds barred no ifs ands or buts no strings attached open and shut palpable patent plain straight straight out uncontestable undisputable unquestionable

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ambiguous conditional disputable doubtful dubious equivocal indefinite obscure questionable uncertain unclear unsure vague

WEAK

obscured

ADJECTIVE

unmistakable

Synonyms

STRONGEST

apparent conspicuous distinct evident explicit indisputable obvious palpable pronounced straightforward unambiguous unequivocal

WEAK

clear decided for certain glaring manifest no ifs ands or buts open and shut patent plain positive self-explanatory sure transparent

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ambiguous disputable doubtful dubious equivocal hidden indefinite indistinct obscure questionable secret uncertain unclear unknown unsure vague

WEAK

doubtul mistakable

Example Sentences

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Univocal, ū-niv′ō-kal, adj. having one meaning only: having unison of sounds.—n. a word with but one meaning.—n.

From Chambers's Twentieth Century Dictionary (part 4 of 4: S-Z and supplements) by Various

Univocal, equivocal, ambiguous At least 700 artificial languages are on record.

From The Civilization of Illiteracy by Nadin, Mihai

I answer that, Univocal predication is impossible between God and creatures.

From Summa Theologica, Part I (Prima Pars) From the Complete American Edition by Thomas, Aquinas, Saint

A term is said to be Univocal, when it has one and the same meaning wherever it occurs.

From Deductive Logic by Stock, St. George William Joseph

univocal

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