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Am­bivalent

[ahm-BIV-uh-lint]

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Hint 1.

Perhaps you've heard the Latin root ambi (“both, on both sides”) in words like ambidextrous, which means good at using both hands.

Hint 2. Sentence to give context:

“Todd often felt ambivalent about sandwich toppings; on the one hand, he enjoyed the sharpness of Swiss cheese; however, he also appreciated the melting capacities of cheddar.”

What is the best definition of ambivalent?

A.

Not clearly defined, or vague in presentation


B.

Generally indecisive as a personality trait


C.

Possessing conflicting feelings about something


D.

Open to more than one interpretation


Hint 1.

Perhaps you've heard the Latin root ambi (“both, on both sides”) in words like ambidextrous, which means good at using both hands.

Hint 2. Sentence to give context:

“Todd often felt ambivalent about sandwich toppings; on the one hand, he enjoyed the sharpness of Swiss cheese; however, he also appreciated the melting capacities of cheddar.”

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