'Predicament' definitions:

Definition of 'predicament'

(from WordNet)
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" [syn: predicament, quandary, plight]

Definition of 'Predicament'

From: GCIDE
  • Predicament \Pre*dic"a*ment\, n. [Cf. F. pr['e]dicament, L. praedicamentum. See Predicate.]
  • 1. A class or kind described by any definite marks; hence, condition; particular situation or state; especially, an unfortunate or trying position or condition. "O woeful sympathy; piteous predicament!" --Shak. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. (Logic) See Category. [1913 Webster]
  • Syn: Category; condition; state; plight. [1913 Webster]

Synonyms of 'predicament'

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