Amphilogy

/æmˈfɪlədʒi/ noun

Definition

Language or reasoning that is deliberately or accidentally ambiguous, allowing opposite interpretations.

Etymology

From Ancient Greek 'amphi-' (both) + 'logos' (word). Used in classical rhetoric and philosophy to describe arguments that could be understood two completely different ways.

Kelly Says

The ancient Oracle at Delphi was famous for amphilogy—she'd give prophecies that were true no matter what happened, because her words worked both ways.

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