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ambiguous
/æmˈbɪɡjuəs/
adjective
Open to multiple interpretations.
"The politician was criticized for his ambiguous statements and lack of precision."
Similar: equivocal
Vague and unclear.
"He gave an ambiguous answer."
(of persons) Hesitant; uncertain; not taking sides.
Synonymsequivocal
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