unclarity

noun

un·​clar·​i·​ty ˌən-ˈkler-ə-tē How to pronounce unclarity (audio)
-ˈkla-rə-
plural unclarities
: lack of clarity : ambiguity, obscurity

Examples of unclarity in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Such regulatory unclarity adds risk to investing in Affirm’s growth story. David Trainer, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2021 And the agreement does not mention the $133,000 Cindi would be putting into the ministry (by paying for things rather than cash transfer which also makes for some unclarity). Peter J Reilly, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2021

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Word History

First Known Use

1923, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unclarity was in 1923

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“Unclarity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unclarity. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.

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