deductive vs equivocal

deductive

adj
  • Based on inferences from general principles. 

  • Of, pertaining to, or based on deduction (process of reasoning). 

equivocal

noun
  • A word or expression capable of different meanings; an ambiguous term. 

adj
  • Having two or more equally applicable meanings; capable of double or multiple interpretation. 

  • Capable of being ascribed to different motives, or of signifying opposite feelings, purposes, or characters; deserving to be suspected. 

  • Uncertain, as an indication or sign. 

How often have the words deductive and equivocal occurred in a corpus of books? (source: Google Ngram Viewer )