unequivocal

[uhn-i-kwiv-uh-kuhl]

adjective

1. not equivocal; unambiguous; clear; having only one possible meaning or interpretation.

   an unequivocal indication of assent; unequivocal proof.

   Synonyms: unmistakable, obvious, direct, certain

2. absolute; unqualified; not subject to conditions or exceptions.

   The cosigner of a note gives unequivocal assurance that it will be paid when due.

unequivocal

/ ˌʌnɪˈkwɪvəkəl /

adjective

1. not ambiguous; plain

Other Word Forms

• unequivocally adverb
• unequivocalness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of unequivocal¹

First recorded in 1745–55; un- ¹ + equivocal

Example Sentences

Through a spokesperson, Cook was unequivocal in her response and suggested she was ready to do battle.

From Salon

“Apple is behaving in a manner that makes it impossible for any AI company besides OpenAI to reach #1 in the App Store, which is an unequivocal antitrust violation,” Musk wrote on Aug. 11.

From Los Angeles Times

“Every Florida governor, every Florida senator, and countless local and national political figures, including presidents, have publicly pledged their unequivocal support for the restoration, conservation, and protection of the Everglades,” Williams wrote.

From Salon

He added that Israel has "unequivocal obligations under international law - including the duty of ensuring food and medical supplies of the population".

From BBC

"Since that time, every Florida governor, every Florida senator, and countless local and national political figures, including presidents, have publicly pledged their unequivocal support for the restoration, conservation, and protection of the Everglades," she wrote.

From BBC

Related Words

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