aporia
/əˈpɔriə/
noun
- A state of being puzzled or uncertain, especially when faced with a difficult question or problem that seems to have no clear answer.
- The novel ends in aporia, with the main character still questioning the meaning of his journey.
- The philosopher's argument led to aporia, leaving the students unsure what to believe.
- She felt a deep aporia when trying to decide between two equally good job offers.
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