Dire dilemma Synonyms

Definitions for Dire


  • (adjective) being or showing a sign of evil or calamity to come
  • (adjective) causing fear
  • (adjective) needing immediate attention

Definitions for Dilemma


  • (noun) a situation in which one has to choose between two or more equally unsatisfactory choices
  • (noun) a difficult, puzzling, or embarrassing situation from which there is no easy escape
  • (noun) state of uncertainty or perplexity especially as requiring a choice between equally unfavorable options