Meaning of the word equivocate in English

What does equivocate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

equivocate

US /ɪˈkwɪv.ə.keɪt/
UK /ɪˈkwɪv.ə.keɪt/

Verb

1.

to speak in a way that is intentionally not clear and confusing to other people, especially to hide the truth:

Example:
She accused the president of equivocating, claiming that he had deliberately avoided telling the public how bad the problem really was.
Learn This Word at Lingoland