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.
- fix verb To repair something that is broken or not working properly.
- predicament noun A difficult, awkward, or unpleasant situation.
- 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:
- Catch-22 (idiomatic) A difficult situation from which there is no escape because it involves mutually conflicting or dependent conditions.
- conundrum A difficult choice or decision that must be made.
- fix A difficult situation; a quandary or dilemma; a predicament.
- predicament An unfortunate or trying position or condition.
- quandary A dilemma, a difficult decision or choice.