Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dilemma
noun
/dɪˈlɛmə/
Definition
A situation in which a difficult choice has to be made between two or more alternatives, often equally undesirable.
Examples
- She faced a dilemma about whether to accept a job offer or stay with her current employer.
- The committee was in a dilemma regarding the best course of action for the community.
- His dilemma was made worse by the fact that both options seemed equally appealing.
Meaning
A dilemma presents a problem where a person faces conflicting options, leading to uncertainty about which choice to make.
Synonyms
- predicament
- quandary
- conundrum
- plight
- impasse
