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dilemma

noun
daɪˈlem.ə

Meaning

A situation in which a difficult choice has to be made between two or more alternatives.
a situation in which a difficult choice has to be made between two alternatives

Example Sentences

She faced a moral dilemma at work.

She faced a moral dilemma between loyalty to her friend and telling the truth.

She faced a dilemma about whether to accept the job offer or continue her studies.

Example Expressions

moral dilemma

Synonyms

predicament, quandary, problem, conflict, difficulty
Entry 1
predicament, quandary, problem
Entry 2
predicament, quandary, conflict, problem
Entry 3
predicament, quandary, problem, difficulty

Antonyms

solution, certainty, clarity, easy choice
Entry 1
solution, certainty, clarity
Entry 2
certainty, clarity, easy choice, solution
Entry 3
solution, certainty, clarity

Collocations

moral dilemma, ethical dilemma, face dilemma, face a dilemma, present a dilemma
Entry 2
moral dilemma, ethical dilemma, face dilemma
Entry 3
face a dilemma, moral dilemma, present a dilemma

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