Trilemma

Origin

Modelled on dilemma, replacing di-, two with tri-, three

Full definition of trilemma

Noun

1. A circumstance in which a choice must be made between three options that seem equally undesirable.
2. (logic) A syllogism containing three alternatives that each infer the same conclusion.

Related terms

• lemma
• dilemma (2 options)
• tetralemma (4 options)