Ambivalent (Adjective)
Meaning
Uncertain or unable to decide about what course to follow; "was ambivalent about having children".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- She was ambivalent about her decision to quit her job and travel the world, torn between the thrill of adventure and the security of a steady income.
- The politician's ambivalent stance on the issue made it difficult for voters to discern her true intentions.
- After the breakup, he was ambivalent about dating again, unsure if he was ready to open himself up to the possibility of getting hurt.
- The artist was ambivalent about showcasing her work in a commercial gallery, worried that it would compromise her artistic integrity.
- The company's ambivalent attitude towards innovation made it difficult for employees to know whether to prioritize creativity or stability.