Word
conundrum
Meanings
A confusing and difficult problem or situation with no clear solution.
A tricky question or riddle that is hard to answer.
Definition
A conundrum is a confusing and difficult problem to solve or understand.
A conundrum is a problem or situation that is hard to explain or decide because it has no obvious solution. People use it when they feel stuck between choices or when the facts don’t fit together clearly. It often suggests that any answer may have drawbacks.
Examples
- Choosing between the two job offers was a real conundrum.
- The missing keys became a conundrum for the whole family.
- It’s a conundrum: how do we cut costs without lowering quality?
- Her schedule created a conundrum when both meetings overlapped.