Quandary – in two minds, unsure what to do
(Pronounced kwon-dree)
To remember the definition of the word quandary, use the following mnemonic:
The wand from the tree (quandary) was useless – it was broken in two (two minds).
Words with a similar meaning to quandary include unsure, dilemma and predicament.
Examples of quandary in a sentence
She was in a quandary as to whether she should take the job or go to university.
The game show host put John in a quandary when she told him he could either take the money or choose a mystery prize that might be worth much more.
Jane was in a quandary over whether or not she should keep the money she found on the pavement.
