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- Dictionaryproblem/ˈprɒbləm/
noun
- 1. a matter or situation regarded as unwelcome or harmful and needing to be dealt with and overcome: "they have financial problems" Similar
- 2. an inquiry starting from given conditions to investigate or demonstrate a fact, result, or law.
adjective
- 1. denoting or relating to people whose behaviour causes difficulties to themselves and others: "practitioners help families develop strategies for managing problem behaviour in teens"
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a situation, person, or thing that needs attention and needs to be dealt with or solved: financial / health problems. Our main problem is lack of cash. I'm having problems with my computer. No one has solved the problem of what to do with radioactive waste.
1. a. : a question raised for inquiry, consideration, or solution. b. : a proposition in mathematics or physics stating something to be done. 2. a. : an intricate unsettled question. b. : a source of perplexity, distress, or vexation. c. : difficulty in understanding or accepting. I have a problem with your saying that. problem. 2 of 2. adjective.
In mathematics, a problem is a statement or equation that requires a solution. Problem has a few other senses as a noun and an adjective. A problem is a thing or event that causes you to wonder, cry, panic, or get angry. Life is full of problems that we try our best to handle.
A problem is a situation that is unsatisfactory and causes difficulties for people. ...the economic problems of the inner city. [ + of] The main problem is unemployment. He told Americans that solving the energy problem was very important. ...people with mental health problems. [ Also + with]
a situation, person, or thing that needs attention and needs to be dealt with or solved: financial / health problems. Our main problem is lack of cash. I'm having problems with my computer. No one has solved the problem of what to do with radioactive waste.
Definitions of problem. noun. a question raised for consideration or solution. “our homework consisted of ten problems to solve” see more. noun. a source of difficulty. “what's the problem ?” synonyms: trouble. see more. noun. a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved. “she and her husband are having problems ”
problem. ( ˈprɒbləm) n. 1. a. any thing, matter, person, etc, that is difficult to deal with, solve, or overcome. b. ( as modifier ): a problem child. 2. a puzzle, question, etc, set for solution.
A misgiving, objection, or complaint. I have a problem with his cynicism. American Heritage. More Noun Definitions (1) Synonyms: job. trouble. enigma. query. intricacy.
noun. any question or matter involving doubt, uncertainty, or difficulty. Synonyms: enigma, riddle, puzzle. Antonyms: certitude. a question proposed for solution or discussion. Synonyms: enigma, riddle, puzzle. Mathematics. a statement requiring a solution, usually by means of a mathematical operation or geometric construction.
problem noun (DIFFICULT SITUATION) I'm having problems with my computer. Drugs have become a serious problem in the area. I'm not sure how to approach the problem. The cause of the problem wasn't immediately obvious. The basic problem is the inadequacy of our school budget.
