Question 1

What does "the lesser of two evils" mean?

Accepted Answer

A choice between two bad options, where one is considered less harmful than the other.

Question 2

How do you use "the lesser of two evils" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

Voting for him felt like choosing the lesser of two evils.

Question 3

Is "the lesser of two evils" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"the lesser of two evils" is register-neutral — appropriate in both casual and formal contexts. Used in political, moral, and practical contexts when both options have significant drawbacks.