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co·nun·drum

noun

noun: conundrum; plural noun: conundrums

1. a confusing and difficult problem or question.

   "one of the most difficult conundrums for the experts"

    

difficult question

vexed question

difficulty

quandary

dilemma

puzzle

enigma

mystery

poser

facer

stumper

cruncher

• a question asked for amusement, typically one with a pun in its answer; a riddle.

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  riddle

puzzle

word game

anagram

brain-teaser

1. • brain-twister

Origin

late 16th century: of unknown origin, but first recorded in a work by Thomas Nashe, as a term of abuse for a crank or pedant, later coming to denote a whim or fancy, also a pun. Current senses date from the late 17th century.

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