equivocation

/ɪkwɪvəkˈeɪʃən/ · 5 syllables

Meaning

noun

1. a statement that is not literally false but that cleverly avoids an unpleasant truth
2. intentionally vague or ambiguous
3. falsification by means of vague or ambiguous language

Synonyms for equivocation

• evasion
• prevarication
• evasiveness
• tergiversation

Words that rhyme with equivocation

• operation
• variation
• representation
• separation
• association
• derivation
• elevation
• inclination
• preparation
• application
• combination
• concentration
• formation
• foundation
• generation
• irritation
• organisation
• organization
• presentation
• radiation
• regulation
• relaxation
• replication
• reservation
• restoration
• translation
• accommodation
• administration
• animation
• assimilation