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Meaning of 'quandary' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Quandary [ n.]
- A state of difficulty or perplexity; doubt; uncertainty.
2 . Quandary [ v. t.]
- To bring into a state of uncertainty, perplexity, or difficulty.

Meaning of 'quandary' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . quandary [ n]
Meaning (1):
- a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one
Example in sentence:
  • finds himself in a most awkward predicament;
  • the woeful plight of homeless people

Nearby Words:

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