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equivocal (C1)

カタカナ: エクイヴォカル

IPA: /ɪˈkwɪvəkəl/

Using language that is intentionally unclear or ambiguous, often to hide the truth or avoid committing to a position.

意味: 真実を隠したり、立場を明確にすることを避けたりするために、意図的に不明瞭または曖昧な言葉を使うこと。

His response to the question about his involvement was deliberately equivocal. — His response to the question about his involvement was deliberately equivocal.
She gave an equivocal answer, making it hard to tell if she agreed or disagreed. — She gave an equivocal answer, making it hard to tell if she agreed or disagreed.

Japanese translations of Equivocal:

equivocal about (prepositional phrase): Uncertain or ambiguous regarding a specific topic or issue. — "He was equivocal about his future plans."
equivocal in (prepositional phrase): Showing ambiguity or lack of clarity in a particular area or action. — "Her behavior was equivocal in its sincerity."