ambivalence [noun]

Definition of ambivalence:

  • The state of having mixed or contradictory feelings about something or someone.
  • Uncertainty or indecision about something.

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Sentence/Example of ambivalence:

She felt ambivalence about accepting the new job offer.

His ambivalence towards the relationship was evident in his behavior.

There was a clear sense of ambivalence among the voters.

The country was experiencing ambivalence over the war.

Her ambivalence about motherhood caused her great stress.

The company's ambivalence towards environmental issues was criticized.

The politician's ambivalence on the issue lost him votes.

I felt ambivalence about leaving my hometown.

The teenager's ambivalence about college made it difficult to choose a major.

The couple's ambivalence about having children strained their relationship.

The ambivalence of the public towards the new law was clear in the polls.

The patient's ambivalence about treatment hindered the recovery process.

The writer's ambivalence about the character's fate was reflected in the story.

The company's ambivalence towards innovation was holding it back.

The child's ambivalence about starting school was understandable.

The artist's ambivalence about their work led to a creative block.

The politician's ambivalence on economic policy alienated voters.

The couple's ambivalence about marriage caused a delay in their wedding plans.

The student's ambivalence about their career path made choosing a major difficult.

The country's ambivalence towards immigration was a complex issue.

The company's ambivalence about diversity and inclusion was a problem.

The patient's ambivalence about pain medication made treatment challenging.

The writer's ambivalence about the ending of the novel was evident in the final chapters.

The politician's ambivalence on climate change cost them support.

The couple's ambivalence about having children ultimately led to divorce.