Quandary - definition, pronunciation, transcription
Amer.
|ˈkwɑːndərɪ|
Brit.
|ˈkwɒnd(ə)rɪ|
noun
- a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one (syn: plight, predicament)
- state of uncertainty or perplexity especially as requiring a choice between equally unfavorable options (syn: dilemma)
- state of uncertainty or perplexity especially as requiring a choice between equally unfavorable options (syn: dilemma)
Extra examples
The unexpected results of the test have created a quandary for researchers.
...I'm in a quandary about whether I should try to repair my stereo or buy a new one, even though I don't have the money to do either....
Kate was in a quandary over whether to go or not.
...in a quandary about what to serve for the wedding toast since his future in-laws are teetotalers...
Word forms
noun
singular: quandary
plural: quandaries
singular: quandary
plural: quandaries
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