Dilemma and Pitfall

Dilemma

Dilemma noun - A situation in which one has to choose between two or more equally unsatisfactory choices.

Pitfall and dilemma are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Pitfall" instead a noun "Dilemma".

Pitfall

Pitfall noun - A danger or difficulty that is hidden or not easily recognized.

Dilemma and pitfall are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Dilemma" instead a noun "Pitfall".

How words are described

particular particular dilemma particular pitfall
usual usual dilemma usual pitfall
common common dilemma common pitfall
original original dilemma original pitfall
Other adjectives: big, potential, main, major, classic, greatest, biggest.
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