predicament

Meaning

A difficult, unpleasant, or embarrassing situation.

Example Sentences

Losing both jobs put him in a financial predicament.

The unexpected loss put him in a financial predicament.

Synonyms

dilemma, plight, quandary, hardship

Entry 1

dilemma, plight, quandary

Entry 2

dilemma, hardship, quandary

Antonyms

solution, advantage, relief, ease

Entry 1

solution, advantage, relief

Entry 2

solution, advantage, ease