Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
real-dilemma
noun
/ˈriːəl dɪˈlɛm.ə/

Definition
A situation in which a difficult choice must be made between two or more alternatives that are equally undesirable or have similarly significant consequences.

Examples
- When choosing between career advancement and family obligations, she found herself in a real-dilemma.
- The committee faced a real-dilemma regarding budget cuts that would impact vital programs.

Meaning
The term ‘real-dilemma’ refers to a challenging situation where a person faces a decision-making process that is complicated by the potential negative outcomes of the options available. It indicates a genuine conflict in choosing between options, each of which presents its own challenges.

Synonyms
- predicament
- quandary
- conundrum
- impasse