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Deliema

Definition

A deliema is a noun that refers to a difficult or perplexing situation in which a choice must be made between two or more equally undesirable options.

Senses and Usages

  1. Psychological Dilemma: In psychology, a deliema can describe a mental state when an individual is torn between contradictory feelings or desires.
  2. Example Sentence: John was in a deliema whether to pursue his dream of becoming an actor or to take up the steady yet unexciting job offered to him.

  3. Moral Dilemma: A deliema can also refer to a moral or ethical predicament where a person needs to choose between two conflicting principles or values.
  4. Example Sentence: The doctor faced a deliema when he had to decide whether to disclose a patient's confidential information to prevent harm to others.

  5. Social Dilemma: Deliema can be used to describe a complex social issue where there is no clear or satisfying solution.
  6. Example Sentence: The government faced a deliema regarding the construction of a new road as it would require displacing several families from their homes.

  7. Everyday Dilemma: In everyday life, deliema can be used to express a difficult choice between two or more options that have pros and cons.
  8. Example Sentence: Sarah found herself in a deliema while deciding between a vacation abroad or saving money for a new car.

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