What is "quandary" in English? Definition and Explanations

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What does quandary mean in English? Meaning of quandary definition and abbreviation with examples.

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What is "quandary" in English? Definition and Explanations

Meaning of "quandary": a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one

Noun

  • Meaning: a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one
  • Example: finds himself in a most awkward predicament the woeful plight of homeless people
  • Synonyms: plight predicament quandary
  • Hyponyms: box care corner hot water
  • Hypernyms: difficulty
  • Pronunciation in US: /ˈkwɑːn.dərɪ/

    Meaning of "quandary": state of uncertainty or perplexity especially as requiring a choice between equally unfavorable options

    Noun

  • Meaning: state of uncertainty or perplexity especially as requiring a choice between equally unfavorable options
  • Synonyms: dilemma quandary
  • Hyponyms: double bind
  • Hypernyms: perplexity
  • Pronunciation in US: /ˈkwɑːn.dərɪ/

    Synonyms:

    predicament, dilemma, embarrassment, puzzle, uncertainty, impasse, difficulty, plight, bewilderment, clutch, strait, spot, doubt, hang-up, bind, perplexity, corner, pickle, mire, Catch-22, double trouble, up a tree,

    Antonyms:

    success, boon, advantage, good fortune, solution, certainty,

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