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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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PROBLEM definition: 1. a situation, person, or thing that needs attention and needs to be dealt with or solved: 2. a…. Learn more.
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.
What is a basic definition of problem? A problem is a situation, question, or thing that causes difficulty, stress, or doubt. A problem is also a question raised to inspire thought.
A problem is an unsatisfactory situation that causes difficulties for people. He left home at the age of 16 because of family problems. American English : problem / ˈprɒbləm /
If you are facing something that will be difficult to handle, you have a problem on your hands. A problem is a roadblock in a situation, something that sets up a conflict and forces you to find a resolution.
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 question, matter, situation, or person that is perplexing or difficult. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. A proposition requiring solution by mathematical operations, constructions, etc. Webster's New World. A personal matter that causes one difficulty or needs to be dealt with. Felt her tyrannical boss had deep-seated problems.
Definition of problem noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
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.
noun. uk / ˈprɒbləm / us. problem noun (DIFFICULT SITUATION) Add to word list. A1. a situation that causes difficulties and that needs to be dealt with: health problems. I'm having problems with my computer. Drugs have become a serious problem in the area. Fewer examples. I'm not sure how to approach the problem.