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

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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

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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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