quandary

• quandary

quandary

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"

Synonyms:

• predicament
• quandary
• plight

Noun

state of uncertainty or perplexity especially as requiring a choice between equally unfavorable options

Synonyms:

• dilemma
• quandary