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What is another word for Predicament? – 180 Predicament Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    dilemma quandary predicament plight situation problem difficulty trouble mess muddle tangle snarl knot fix scrape jam pickle hole pit crisis emergency strait pass impasse deadlock stalemate catch hitch snag complexity complication perplexity uncertainty ambiguity vagueness obscurity enigma mystery puzzle riddle enigma paradox dilemma impasse nonplus bewilderment confusion discombobulation embarrassment discomfort unease distress anxiety worry concern apprehension fear alarm trepidation

    Meaning of Predicament

    A difficult or unpleasant situation

    Definitions

    • A state of being in a difficult or unpleasant situation, typically one that is complex or has no clear solution
    • A situation from which it is difficult to extricate oneself, typically because of conflicting circumstances or a lack of clear options

    Etymology of Predicament

    The word "predicament" has its roots in the Latin "predicamentum," which refers to a category or a proposition, and is derived from "predicare," meaning "to proclaim" or "to declare"
    Historically, the term was used in logic and philosophy to refer to a category or a proposition, but over time its meaning shifted to refer to a difficult or unpleasant situation

    Example Uses

    • The company found itself in a predicament when its main supplier went bankrupt
    • She was in a predicament, unable to decide between two job offers
    • The country was in a predicament, facing a severe economic crisis and a lack of clear solutions

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    solution answer resolution fix remedy cure ease comfort convenience simplicity clarity certainty security stability calm peace tranquility serenity assurance confidence optimism hope opportunity advantage benefit boon blessing windfall godsend lucky break advantage benefit

    Related Nouns

    problem situation difficulty trouble crisis emergency dilemma quandary plight mess muddle tangle snarl knot fix scrape jam pickle hole pit crisis pass impasse deadlock stalemate catch hitch snag complexity complication perplexity uncertainty

    Related Verbs

    face encounter experience meet find discover create cause solve resolve fix remedy cure alleviate ease comfort simplify clarify assure secure stabilize calm pacify tranquillize optimize improve benefit advantage help

    Related Adjectives

    difficult unpleasant complex confusing ambiguous uncertain vague obscure enigmatic mysterious puzzling paradoxical conflicting challenging demanding stressful anxious worrisome apprehensive fearful alarming trepid uncomfortable uneasy disturbing disconcerting perplexing baffling