equivocal vs sure

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. 

sure

adv
  • Without doubt, certainly. 

adj
  • Physically secure and certain, non-failing, reliable. 

  • Certain to act or be a specified way. 

  • Certain in one's knowledge or belief. 

intj
  • Yes, expressing noncommittal agreement or consent. 

  • Yes; of course. 

  • You're welcome; polite response to being thanked. 

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