"Faute de mieux" is a French expression that means "for lack of a better option." It is used to describe situations where a decision or action is taken because there are no better alternatives. There are several synonyms for this phrase, including "as a last resort," "in the absence of better choices," "out of necessity," "due to limited options," and "by default." These phrases all convey the same idea that a particular action or decision is being taken because there is no other option available. Whether in personal or professional situations, it is common to use these phrases when describing a decision made "faute de mieux".