Both Uses of
equivocal
in
The Count of Monte Cristo
- Franz complimented Albert, who looked at himself in the glass with an unequivocal smile of satisfaction.†
Chpt 35-36 *
- Upon this occasion an unmistakable sign from Madame Danglars intimated her desire to see Albert in her box directly the curtain fell on the second act, and neither the politeness nor good taste of Morcerf would permit his neglecting an invitation so unequivocally given.†
Chpt 53-54
Definition:
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(equivocal) unclear in meaning -- especially where opposing interpretations are reasonable (sometimes intentionally)