How do you pronounce conundrum?

conundrum is pronounced as /kəˈnʌndrəm/.

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conundrum

🧩conundrum

noun

/kəˈnʌndrəm/

contusion convalesce

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Meaning

a confusing and difficult problem or question

A complex problem or puzzle without an easy solution

A confusing and difficult problem or question that is hard to solve or understand.

Example Sentences

The issue of climate change presents a serious conundrum for policymakers.

The ethical conundrum puzzled the researchers.

The economic crisis is a conundrum for policymakers.

Synonyms

puzzle, enigma, riddle, dilemma, problem, Puzzle, Dilemma, Enigma, predicament

Entry 1

puzzle, enigma, riddle, dilemma, problem

Entry 2

Puzzle, Dilemma, Enigma

Entry 3

puzzle, dilemma, predicament

Antonyms

solution, answer, clarity, Solution, Clarity, Simplicity, simplicity

Entry 1

solution, answer, clarity

Entry 2

Solution, Clarity, Simplicity

Entry 3

solution, clarity, simplicity

Collocations

tough conundrum, moral conundrum, financial conundrum

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