Meaning ambivalent
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ambivalent


1916, originally a term in psychology; back-formation from ambivalence. In general use by 1929.
Source: etymonline.com

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ambivalent


not being able to choose, due to positive and negative reactions to both choices.
Source: nationalgeographic.org

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uncertain or unable to decide about what course to follow; "was ambivalent about having children" (ambivalence) mixed feelings or emotions Ambivalence is a state of having si [..]
Source: google-dictionary.so8848.com

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(adj) uncertain or unable to decide about what course to follow
Source: beedictionary.com

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Relating to or characterised by ambivalence. (05 Mar 2000)
Source: mondofacto.com (offline)

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going both ways or leaning in both directions at once, especially with respect to loyalty or allegiance to a person or idea.
Source: ffzg.unizg.hr





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