another word could be difficult or severely
complicated
It is difficult to say since there is no such word as elipse. It could be a failed attempt at ellipse or eclipse and another word for it will depend on which it was meant to be.
Synonyms for complicated include: difficult, intricate, complex, perplexing, and problematic.
Difficult, exacting, strenuous, troublesome, challenging, burdensome, laborious, onerous, tough...
Tragedy
dilemma, conundrum, in a pickle, stickler
The likely word is predicament. Synonyms could include dilemma or quandary.
The proper definition of the word predicament is an unpleasant, difficult or dangerous situation. Being in a predicament refers to a situation that is difficult to remove oneself from.
dilema, challenge, tragedy, tough situation, obstacle, predicament
The proper definition of the word predicament is an unpleasant, difficult or dangerous situation. Being in a predicament refers to a situation that is difficult to remove oneself from.
DIFFICULT IS ANOTHER WORD FOR 'HARD' OR 'NOT EASY'
Synonyms for a situation are circumstance, position, or scenario.
another word could be difficult or severely
Hard.
It was a difficult situation and had to be dealt with using a lot of tact.
complicated