[equiv.o.cal] adj [LL aequivocus, fr. aequi- equi- + voc-, vox voice--more at voice] (1599) 1 a: subject to two or more interpretations and usu. used to mislead or confuse b: uncertain as an indication or sign
2. a: of uncertain nature or classification b: of uncertain disposition toward a person or thing: undecided c: of doubtful advantage, genuineness, or moral rectitude "~ behavior" syn see obscure -- equiv.o.cal.i.ty n -- equiv.o.cal.ly adv -- equiv.o.cal.ness n