aporia

/æˈpɔːriə/ (ah-POH-ree-uh)

Definitions

1. noun

A state of being uncertain or without knowledge about something; a feeling of puzzlement or perplexity, especially when faced with a difficult decision or problem.

“The student struggled with a sense of aporia as she tried to decide which college to attend.”

Synonyms

  • dilemma
  • perplexity
  • puzzle

Antonyms

  • certainty
  • confidence