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dilemma — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • conundrum noun A confusing or difficult problem, often one without a clear solution.
  • dilemma noun A situation requiring a choice between two or more options, all of which are difficult or unwelcome.
  • quandary noun A state of being unsure what to do, especially when facing a difficult choice.

Senses

dilemma is used for these senses in English:

  • conundrum A difficult choice or decision that must be made.
  • dilemma A circumstance in which a choice must be made between two or more alternatives that seem equally undesirable.
  • quandary A dilemma, a difficult decision or choice.

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