equivocate
/ɪˈkwɪvəˌkeɪt/
to use ambiguous language to conceal the truth or avoid commitment
equivocate in a sentence
“Politicians often equivocate to avoid making firm promises.”
Origin of equivocate
Late Latin aequivocatus from aequi- equal + vocare to call, meaning to call by the same name
Related Words
dissemble
to conceal one's true motives, feelings, or beliefs
fabricate
to invent or concoct something, typically with deceitful intent
mendacious
not telling the truth; lying
duplicitous
deceitful in speech or conduct; double-dealing
disingenuous
not candid or sincere; giving a false appearance of frankness
perfidious
deceitful and untrustworthy; treacherous