Quandary

Pronunciation: /ˈkwɑːndəriː/

Quandary (noun)

  1. A situation where you cannot decide what to do because all choices seem difficult or risky.
  2. A state of serious uncertainty or difficulty, especially when you must act but lack clear information.

Examples

  • I am in a quandary about which option to choose.
  • She feels stuck in a quandary when plans change suddenly.