unequivocal

American  

[uhn-i-kwiv-uh-kuhl] / ˌʌn ɪˈkwɪv ə kəl /

adjective

1. not equivocal; unambiguous; clear; having only one possible meaning or interpretation.

   an unequivocal indication of assent; unequivocal proof.

   Synonyms:

   unmistakable, obvious, direct, certain

2. absolute; unqualified; not subject to conditions or exceptions.

   The cosigner of a note gives unequivocal assurance that it will be paid when due.

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unequivocal British  

/ ˌʌnɪˈkwɪvəkəl /

adjective

1. not ambiguous; plain

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Other Word Forms

• unequivocally adverb
• unequivocalness noun

Etymology

Origin of unequivocal

First recorded in 1745–55; un- ¹ + equivocal

Example Sentences

But experience tells us to be wary of such instant and unequivocal explanations.

From BBC

Carter found that such high-sensation seekers are unequivocal on one point: they do not have a death wish.

From The Wall Street Journal

That achievement is not perfection, which is commonly the bar set on social media by naysayers in search of clicks, but it is unequivocal excellence.

From Los Angeles Times

“The new data is the latest unequivocal evidence that our climate is in crisis,” said Carlos Martinez, a senior climate scientists with the Union of Concerned Scientists.

From Los Angeles Times

On that, the head of the police inspectorate is unequivocal in his report, writing: "I don't accept this."

From BBC

Related Words

• absolute
• apparent
• categorical
• clear-cut
• decisive
• explicit
• indisputable
• obvious
• straightforward
• unambiguous
• undeniable
• unmistakable