Dilema vs. Dilemma: What's the Difference?
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Published on October 9, 2023
The incorrect spelling "Dilema" is often confused with the correct spelling "Dilemma," which refers to a difficult decision or choice involving two or more alternatives.
Which is correct: Dilema or Dilemma
How to spell Dilemma?
Dilema is Incorrect
Dilemma is Correct
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Key Differences
Think of "Dilemma" as having two "m's" for the two choices you face.
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Dilemma ends with "-emma," like the name Emma, who had to make a difficult decision in Jane Austen's novel.
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Associate the word with the phrase "double trouble" to remember that it has double "m's."
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The word "lemon" has one 'm', but "dilemma" is more complex, so it gets two.
Aimie Carlson
Oct 09, 2023
Use a rhyme: "Two 'm's in the middle make a dilemma less brittle."
Janet White
Oct 09, 2023
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Dilema and Dilemma Definitions
Dilemma
A dilemma is a situation where each choice leads to unfavorable consequences.
It was a dilemma whether to stay in the storm or take shelter in a risky area.
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Dilemma
A dilemma is a complex problem with no easy solution.
Solving climate change is a global dilemma.
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Dilemma
A dilemma is a predicament that challenges ethical or moral judgment.
She faced a moral dilemma when asked to lie for a friend.
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Dilemma
A situation that requires a choice between options that are or seem equally unfavorable or unsatisfactory.
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Dilemma
(Logic) An argument that presents two alternatives, each of which has the same consequence.
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Dilemma
A circumstance in which a choice must be made between two or more alternatives that seem equally undesirable.
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Dilemma
(logic) A type of syllogism of the form "if A is true then B is true; if C is true then D is true; either A or C is true; therefore either B or D is true".
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Dilemma
(rhetoric) Offering to an opponent a choice between two (equally unfavorable) alternatives.
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Dilemma
An argument which presents an antagonist with two or more alternatives, but is equally conclusive against him, whichever alternative he chooses.
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Dilemma
A state of things in which evils or obstacles present themselves on every side, and it is difficult to determine what course to pursue; a vexatious alternative or predicament; a difficult choice or position.
A strong dilemma in a desperate case!To act with infamy, or quit the place.
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Dilemma
State of uncertainty or perplexity especially as requiring a choice between equally unfavorable options
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Dilemma
A dilemma is a situation requiring a difficult choice between two or more alternatives.
He faced the dilemma of choosing between his job and his family.
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Dilemma
A dilemma is a puzzling scenario that prompts debate or analysis.
The prisoner's dilemma is a classic example in game theory.
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FAQs
Why is it called Dilemma?
It's called "dilemma" from the Greek "di-" meaning "two" and "lemma" meaning "premise or assumption," describing a choice between two options.
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What is the root word of Dilemma?
The root words are Greek: "di-" meaning "two" and "lemma" meaning "premise."
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Which article is used with Dilemma?
Typically "a" or "the" depending on context: "a dilemma," "the dilemma."
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What is the verb form of Dilemma?
There is no standard verb form for "dilemma."
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Which conjunction is used with Dilemma?
"Or" as in "a dilemma between A or B."
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Is Dilemma a negative or positive word?
Generally negative, as it implies a difficult situation.
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Oct 09, 2023
Is Dilemma a countable noun?
Yes, it is countable. You can have one dilemma or multiple dilemmas.
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Is Dilemma a vowel or consonant?
It is neither; it is a noun made up of both vowels and consonants.
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Oct 09, 2023
What is a stressed syllable in Dilemma?
The second syllable, "lem," is stressed.
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Is the Dilemma term a metaphor?
It can be used metaphorically but is not inherently a metaphor.
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Oct 09, 2023
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.
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