Dictionary

worst of both worlds en · NOUN

Pronunciation

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Etymology

Antonym of best of both worlds.

Meanings

1. (idiomatic, singular, singular-only, uncountable) A solution or scenario which combines the disadvantages of two opposed prior solutions, often having been intended to combine their benefits instead.
   • The Worst of Both Worlds: Violating Rights without Gaining Security 2004: Paul H. Douglas Ethics in Government Program, The Challenge of Terrorism: Protecting Citizens, Preserving Values, essay 1: Nadine Strossen, “The Worst of Both Worlds: Violating Rights without Gaining Security” (Institute of Government and Public Affairs, University of Illinois)

Antonyms

best of both worlds

Relateds

double-whammy · catch-22

Translations (3)

nl het slechtste van twee werelden (scenario which combines disadvantages) · fi huonot puolet molemmista (scenario which combines disadvantages) · cmn 兩敗俱傷的妥協 /两败俱伤的妥协 (scenario which combines disadvantages)