conundrum

noun
UK: /kəˈnʌn.drəm/
US: /kəˈnʌn.drəm/

  1. A confusing and difficult problem or question.

    1. The project's funding is a real conundrum for the team to resolve.
    2. Figuring out how to reduce traffic congestion in the city is a complex conundrum.

  2. A riddle whose answer involves a pun or play on words.

    1. His speech was filled with conundrum, and no one understood him.
    2. The comedian told a conundrum involving a chicken crossing the road, which made people laugh.

Synonyms

puzzle mystery enigma dilemma riddle

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "conundrum" in English means: A confusing and difficult problem or question., A riddle whose answer involves a pun or play on words..

The phonetic transcription of "conundrum" is /kəˈnʌn.drəm/ in British English and /kəˈnʌn.drəm/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "conundrum": puzzle, mystery, enigma, dilemma, riddle.

Example usage of "conundrum": "The project's funding is a real conundrum for the team to resolve.". More examples on the page.