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"Ambiguity" vs. "uncertainty": understanding the nuances
Reviewed and edited by 
Anwar Kareem 07/02/2025, 18:45
Anwar Kareem 07/02/2025, 18:45English.me team member
What is similar?
Both "ambiguity" and "uncertainty" involve a lack of clarity or definiteness in information or situations.
What is different?
"Ambiguity" refers to something that can have multiple meanings or interpretations, leading to confusion about which is correct. "Uncertainty" refers to a state of being unsure or having doubt about something, often due to a lack of information or predictability.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Ambiguity- The ambiguity in his statement left everyone confused about his true intentions.
- Legal documents should be written clearly to avoid any ambiguity.
- The poem's ambiguity allows for various interpretations by readers.
- She felt uncertainty about moving to a new city for the job.
- Due to the economic uncertainty, many companies are hesitant to hire new employees.
- Scientists face uncertainty when predicting complex weather patterns.
Difference
