C2
conundrum vs dilemma vs predicament
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| conundrumnoun/kəˈnʌn.drəm/ | Meaning a confusing and difficult problem or question that is hard to solve | Goes with face a conundrum | Example Finding affordable housing in big cities is a real conundrum for young people. |
| dilemmanoun/dɪˈlem.ə/ | Meaning a difficult situation where you have to choose between two things, and both choices have problems | Goes with face a dilemma | Example I'm in a dilemma: my best friend's wedding is on the same day as my exam. |
| predicamentnoun/prɪˈdɪk.ə.mənt/ | Meaning a difficult or unpleasant situation where it is hard to know what to do | Goes with in a predicament | Example I lost my wallet and phone in Bangkok, so I was in a real predicament. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Scientists are still trying to solve the of why we dream.