Associations to the word «Predicament»

Wiktionary

PREDICAMENT, noun. A definite class, state or condition.
PREDICAMENT, noun. An unfortunate or trying position or condition; a tight spot.
PREDICAMENT, noun. (logic) That which is predicated; a category.

Dictionary definition

PREDICAMENT, 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".

Wise words

We should have a great fewer disputes in the world if words were taken for what they are, the signs of our ideas only, and not for things themselves.
John Locke