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Synonyms & Similar Words
dilemmas
predicaments
difficulties
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Meaning of Quandaries
The primary meaning of "Quandaries" refers to a state of uncertainty or indecision, often about what to do in a difficult or confusing situation.
Definitions
- A state of uncertainty or indecision, especially about what to do in a difficult or confusing situation
- * A puzzling or perplexing situation or problem
Etymology of Quandaries
The word "quandary" originates from the Old French word "quand", meaning "when", and the suffix "-ary", which forms a noun indicating a place or a condition
Historically, the term has been used since the 15th century to describe a state of uncertainty or indecision
Example Uses
- The company is in a quandary about whether to invest in the new technology or not
- * She was in a quandary about which career path to choose
- * The government is facing a quandary over how to balance the budget without raising taxes
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
certainties
clarities
assurances
guarantees
convictions
confidences
faiths
trusts
securities
stabilities
resolutions
decisions
solutions
answers
explanations
clearances
easiness
simplicities
straightforwardness
obviousness
inevitabilities