What does equivocate mean?

v. to use unclear language to avoid giving a direct answer or to hide the truth

equivocate

🇺🇸 /ɪˈkwɪvəkeɪt/ 🇬🇧 /ɪˈkwɪvəkeɪt/

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verb

to use unclear language to avoid giving a direct answer or to hide the truth

The politician equivocated when asked about his stance on the controversial issue.

to use unclear language to avoid giving a direct answer or to hide the truth

3rd Present equivocates

Past equivocated

Perfect equivocated

Progressive equivocating