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How do you spell Equivocal?

Correct spelling

equivocal

Remember: eQUIVOcal has EQUI (equal) + VOC (voice) - two equal voices

Why is equivocal spelled this way?

From Latin aequivocus, of identical sound. AEQUUS (equal) + VOX (voice). Something equivocal speaks with equal voice in two directions — ambiguity that could mean either thing.

Common misspellings of equivocal

equivocleequivicalequivokulequivacal

Example

The politician's equivocal response left voters unsure of his actual position on the issue.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell equivocal?+
The correct spelling is "equivocal". Remember: eQUIVOcal has EQUI (equal) + VOC (voice) - two equal voices
Is it equivocle or equivocal?+
The correct spelling is "equivocal", not "equivocle".

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