ambivalent
Definition: having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone; uncertain or indecisive.
Origin: Late 19th century from German ambivalent, from ambi- ‘both’ + Latin valentia ‘power’.
Example: She felt ambivalent about the job offer, excited about the opportunity but unsure if it was the right fit for her.
Uncertain is a synonym for ambivalent, meaning having doubts, hesitating, or being unsure about something. While ambivalent specifically refers to having contradictory feelings or ideas about something, uncertain can encompass a broader range of doubt or indecision. Uncertain can also imply a lack of confidence or clarity, whereas ambivalence suggests a conflict between two opposing emotions or thoughts. Despite these differences, both words convey a sense of hesitation or wavering in one's thoughts or actions.
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