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Definition of Ambivalence
1. Noun. Mixed feelings or emotions.
Exact synonyms: Ambivalency
Generic synonyms: Feeling
Specialized synonyms: Conflict
Derivative terms: Ambivalent
Generic synonyms: Feeling
Specialized synonyms: Conflict
Derivative terms: Ambivalent
Definition of Ambivalence
1. Noun. The coexistence of opposing attitudes or feelings (such as love and hate) towards a person, object or idea. ¹
2. Noun. A state of uncertainty or indecisiveness. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Ambivalence
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Medical Definition of Ambivalence
1. The coexistence of antithetical attitudes or emotions toward a given person or thing, or idea, as in the simultaneous feeling and expression of love and hate toward the same person. Origin: ambi-+ L. Valentia, strength (05 Mar 2000)