Here's how you can think of it:
* Equivocal = Equal + Vocal - Think of someone saying something in a way that could be interpreted in several ways, like they're giving equal voice to multiple possibilities.
* Equivocal = Doubtful - Something equivocal leaves you with doubts about its meaning or intent.
Examples:
* "The politician's statement was equivocal, leaving the audience unsure of their stance on the issue."
* "Her answer was equivocal; she seemed to be dodging the question."
* "The evidence presented in the trial was equivocal, making it difficult for the jury to reach a verdict."
Opposite:
* Unequivocal - Clear, definite, and unambiguous.