Fig. in a situation in which the solution of one problem leads to a second problem, and the solution of the second problem brings back the first problem, etc. (*Typically: be ~; get [into] ~.) Life is so strange. I seem to be in a vicious circle most of the time.I put lemon in my tea to make it sour, then sugar to make it sweet. I'm in a vicious circle.Don't let your life get into a vicious circle.