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dilema — 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

dilema is used for these senses in English:

conundrum A difficult choice or decision that must be made.
quandary A dilemma, a difficult decision or choice.
trade-off Any situation in which the quality or quantity of one thing must be decreased for another to be increased.

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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”.

Related Portuguese words

adivinha impasse indecisão contraparte