Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
conundrum
noun
/kəˈnʌndrəm/
Definition
A conundrum is a confusing and difficult problem or question.
Examples
- Deciding which job offer to accept was quite the conundrum.
- The detective faced a conundrum when all the clues seemed to lead nowhere.
- Every student encountered a conundrum during the challenging math test.
Meaning
It often refers to a puzzling situation that requires thoughtful consideration to resolve.
Synonyms
- puzzle
- enigma
- riddle
- problem
- dilemma
