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δίλημμα — meaning in English

dilimma

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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.

Senses

δίλημμα 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.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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