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Meaning of worst of both worlds | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C2

Definitions

A solution or scenario which combines the disadvantages of two opposed prior solutions, often having been intended to combine their benefits instead.

idiomatic, singular, singular-only, uncountable

Equivalents

Nederlands het slechtste van twee werelden

Examples

“The Worst of Both Worlds: Violating Rights without Gaining Security”

CEFR level

C2

Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.

See also

worst timeline Worst-case worst-case scenario worst-kept secret Worstead Worsted