unequivocal

adjective

un·​equiv·​o·​cal ˌən-i-ˈkwi-və-kəl How to pronounce unequivocal (audio)
Synonyms of unequivocal
1
: leaving no doubt : clear, unambiguous
The answer was an unequivocal no.
2
: unquestionable
… production of unequivocal masterpieces …—Carole Cook

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Her answer was an unequivocal yes. few of the candidates have yet staked out unequivocal positions on the hot-button issues
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The Infectious Diseases Society of America has been equally unequivocal. — Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2026 Anyone looking for an unequivocal statement of Edelman’s personal views will be disappointed here. — Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026 But considering everything that happened, Cunningham probably could have used a little more unequivocal support from the coach standing on her own sideline. — Amber Harding Outkick, FOXNews.com, 9 Aug. 2026 Whether writing columns or speaking into a mic I am paid to have strong, unequivocal opinions. — Greg Cote august 3, Miami Herald, 3 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unequivocal

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First Known Use

1785, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of unequivocal was in 1785

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“Unequivocal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unequivocal. Accessed 22 Aug. 2026.

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unequivocal

adjective
un·​equiv·​o·​cal ˌən-i-ˈkwiv-ə-kəl How to pronounce unequivocal (audio)
: leaving no doubt : clear, unambiguous
an unequivocal refusal
unequivocally
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