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Definitions

unequivocal

[uhn-i-kwiv-uh-kuhl] / ˌʌn ɪˈkwɪv ə kəl /
ADJECTIVE
definite, positive
Synonyms
STRONGEST
absolute apparent categorical clear-cut decisive explicit indisputable obvious straightforward unambiguous undeniable unmistakable
STRONG
univocal
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

Example Sentences

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While his backing was hardly unequivocal, this week Hopkinson stressed Newcastle were currently "not having those conversations" about a change of manager.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

"In addition to the effectiveness of the Jerk alert for eruptions, the tool proves to be a perfect and unequivocal detector of magmatic intrusions," resumes Philippe Jousset.

From Science Daily • Mar. 15, 2026

The data are unequivocal: People subjected to these practices face sharply higher rates of depression, anxiety, and suicide attempts.

From Slate • Mar. 11, 2026

Carter found that such high-sensation seekers are unequivocal on one point: they do not have a death wish.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026

It is too solid and unequivocal a term to be used as a euphemism and this seems to be what we are attempting.

From "The Lives of a Cell" by Lewis Thomas

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.