Meaning of Faustian dilemma | Babel Free
Definitions
Having to choose between an option that promises short-term gain with foreseeable adverse long-term consequences, and an alternative option with no short-term gain and possibly even short-term suffering, but promising an eventually better future than the first option.
Examples
“I find⟳ that many people see⟳ sustainability as a version of a Faustian dilemma; they often knowingly make⟳ choices that have⟳ immediate personal benefits, but in the long run⟳ are disastrous for all of us.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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