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ambivalent

[am-biv-uh-luhnt] / æmˈbɪv ə lənt /
ADJECTIVE
conflicting
Synonyms
STRONGEST
contradictory doubtful equivocal hesitant mixed uncertain undecided unsure
WEAK
clashing debatable fluctuating inconclusive irresolute opposed unresolved vacillating warring wavering
Antonyms
STRONGEST
certain clear decided definite determined secure settled sure undoubted unquestionable
WEAK
resolved unequivocal

Example Sentences

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US President Donald Trump's position however appears more ambivalent.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

Unlike Europe, where leaders deliberately forged a monetary union to achieve greater economic integration and enhanced security for the region, the U.S. has been ambivalent about seeking a common currency with its geographic neighbors.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 15, 2026

There was an ambivalent, if not stone cold, attitude towards the beefy Californian.

From BBC • Sep. 25, 2025

And yet Americans remain ambivalent about the growing risk of floods.

From Slate • Jul. 24, 2025

I rolled over to look at her, and her expression seemed ambivalent.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer