worst of both worlds

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

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

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worst of both worlds

Antonym of best of both worlds.

best of both worlds

double-whammy catch-22

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