ambivalent

/æmˈbɪv.ə.lənt/adjective

Having mixed or conflicting feelings about something at the same time.

Example sentences

“I'm ambivalent about moving to the city; it's exciting but expensive.”
“Many voters felt ambivalent about both candidates in the local election.”

Often misused for "indifferent". Ambivalent means pulled in both directions at once, which is the opposite of not caring.

Synonyms for ambivalent

conflicted
torn
undecided
of two minds

Antonyms

certain
decided
sure

Often confused with ambivalent

ambivalent vs ambiguous: ambiguous (adjective): Having more than one possible meaning; unclear.
ambivalent vs indifferent: indifferent (adjective): Having no interest or concern; not caring one way or the other.

Related words

ambulanceA vehicle equipped to carry sick or badly injured people to a hospital in an emergency.ambitionA strong wish to achieve success, fame, power, or a particular goal that sets one apart.amenableOpen to suggestions and willing to be persuaded or to cooperate.amiablePleasant, warm, and good-natured.amazementA feeling of great surprise and wonder.amicableMarked by friendliness and goodwill, especially when settling a disagreement.