The difference between Equivocal and Vague

When used as nouns, equivocal means a word or expression capable of different meanings, whereas vague means a wandering.

When used as adjectives, equivocal means having two or more equally applicable meanings, whereas vague means not clearly expressed.

Vague is also verb with the meaning: to wander.

check bellow for the other definitions of Equivocal and Vague

Equivocal as a noun:

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

Equivocal as an adjective:

Having two or more equally applicable meanings; capable of double or multiple interpretation; ambiguous; uncertain.

Examples:

"equivocal words; an equivocal sentence"
Equivocal as an adjective:

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

Examples:

"His actions are equivocal."
Equivocal as an adjective:

Uncertain, as an indication or sign; doubtful, incongruous.

Vague as an adjective:

Not clearly expressed; stated in indefinite terms.
Vague as an adjective:

Not having a precise meaning.

Examples:

"a vague term of abuse"
Vague as an adjective:

Not clearly defined, grasped, or understood; indistinct; slight.

Examples:

"only a vague notion of what’s needed;&emsp; a vague hint of a thickening waistline;&emsp; I haven’t the vaguest idea."
Vague as an adjective:

Not clearly felt or sensed; somewhat subconscious.

Examples:

"a vague longing"
Vague as an adjective:

Not thinking or expressing one's thoughts clearly or precisely.
Vague as an adjective:

Lacking expression; vacant.
Vague as an adjective:

Not sharply outlined; hazy.
Vague as an adjective:

Wandering; vagrant; vagabond.

Vague as a noun (obsolete):

A wandering; a vagary.

Examples:

"rfquotek Holinshed"
Vague as a noun:

An indefinite expanse.