ambiguity — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

ambiguity (/ˌæm.bɪˈɡjuː.ə.ti/)

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🔊 /ˌæm.bɪˈɡjuː.ə.ti/

Meaning

Meaning: the quality of being unclear

Ambiguity is the quality of being open to more than one interpretation. Speakers discuss the discomfort and value of living with ambiguity.

Examples

🗣 Good leaders are comfortable with ambiguity and change.

Etymology

From Latin ‘ambiguus’, meaning doubtful or shifting.

How & Where It’s Used

A theme in talks on leadership and creative problem-solving.

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Tags: uncertainty, thinking

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