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ambivalent

Meanings
  • adjective

    having a mind or feeling indifferent; uncertain; uncommitted.

    - "Her feelings about the proposal were ambivalent."
    - "The ambivalent candidate was undecided about accepting the job offer."
  • adjective

    giving an equal balance or measure; neutral.

    - "The ambivalent scale balanced the two opposing forces."
    - "The ambivalent candidate received equal support from both parties."
Pronunciation




  1. Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=75729417"
  2. /æmˈbɪv.ə.lənt/



    Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=3631235"
Synonyms

fluctuating , vacillating , wavering , conflicted , uncertain , undecided , unresolved
Rhymes
Words rhyming with ambivalent
rivets , grieves , chiefs , believes
Variants
List of all variants of ambivalent that leads to same result
ambivalent , ambivalently , ambivalence , ambivalences , ambivalent feelings
Etymology
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From Latin ambivalens, present participle of ambire ‘go around’ + valere ‘be strong’

Trivia
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  1. The word ambivalent comes from the Latin words ambire, meaning 'go around,' and valere, meaning 'be strong.'

  2. Ambivalence is a common theme in psychology and is often discussed in relation to cognitive dissonance theory.

Related Concepts
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  1. indifference: A feeling of not caring or being neutral towards something.

  2. uncertainty: A state of being unsure or lacking clear knowledge.

Culture
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In literature, ambivalence is often used to describe complex characters or situations, such as Hamlet's indecision in Shakespeare's play. In music, songs with ambivalent themes can evoke strong emotions and encourage listeners to reflect on their own feelings.

How to Memorize "ambivalent"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a scale balancing two opposing forces, representing the uncertainty or indecision associated with the word ambivalent.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word ambivalent with a person who is undecided or unsure about a choice.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym AMBIVALENT: Aware of Both Important Views, Always Looking at Every New Thought.

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To help you remember the word 'ambivalent', follow these practical tricks with steps:

1. Break it down: The word 'ambivalent' can be broken down into two parts - 'ambi' and 'valent'. 'Ambi' comes from the Latin word 'ambo' which means 'both', and 'valent' comes from the Latin word 'valere' which means 'to be strong'. So, 'ambivalent' means having mixed feelings or being unsure about something.

2. Create a sentence: Make up a sentence using the word 'ambivalent'. For example, 'She was ambivalent about moving to a new city because she was excited about the opportunities but also sad about leaving her friends behind.'

3. Associate with a feeling: Think of a time when you felt ambivalent about something. This will help you remember the meaning of the word and associate it with a personal experience.

4. Practice spelling: Spell the word 'ambivalent' out loud several times to help you remember how it is spelled. You can also write it down a few times to reinforce your memory.

5. Use it in conversation: Try to use the word 'ambivalent' in conversation or in your writing. The more you use it, the more likely you are to remember it.

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