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unambiguous

adjective · Level 3 · Advanced

What does unambiguous mean?

unambiguous (adjective): having or exhibiting a single clearly defined meaning.

Definition: Princeton WordNet 3.1.

Where does unambiguous come from?

From un- + ambiguous.

Etymology: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.

What are antonyms of unambiguous?

From Princeton WordNet 3.1.

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What does “unambiguous” mean?

opposed; contrary; opposing one's interests or desire

Not quite: that's what adverse means.

having or exhibiting a single clearly defined meaning

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in a state between dry and wet; moderately wet; moist

Not quite: that's what damp means.

concerned with beauty, artistic effect, or appearance

Not quite: that's what aesthetic means.

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