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PREDICAMENT
predicament, quandary, plight
(noun) a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one; “finds himself in a most awkward predicament”; “the woeful plight of homeless people”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
predicament (plural predicaments)
A definite class, state or condition.
An unfortunate or trying position or condition; a tight spot.
(logic) That which is predicated; a category
Synonyms
• See also difficult situation
Source: Wiktionary
Pre*dic"a*ment, n. Etym: [Cf. F. prédicament, L. praedicamentum. See Predicate.]
1. A class or kind described by any definite marks; hence, condition; particular situation or state; especially, an unfortunate or trying position or condition. "O woeful sympathy; piteous predicament!" Shak.
2. (Logic)
Definition: See Category.
Syn.
– Category; condition; state; plight.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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