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quandary
('kw/A/nd/@/r/i/ )

noun (n)

  • a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one(noun.state)
    source: wordnet30
  • state of uncertainty or perplexity especially as requiring a choice between equally unfavorable options(noun.cognition)
    Synonym:
    dilemma
    source: wordnet30
  • A state of difficulty or perplexity; doubt; uncertainty.(noun)
    source: webster1913

verb (v)

  • To bring into a state of uncertainty, perplexity, or difficulty.(verb)
    source: webster1913
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