Meaning of problem | Babel Free

Definitions

1. problem, issue, challenge (a difficulty or obstacle that has to be dealt with)
2. A difficulty that has to be resolved or dealt with.
3. trouble
4. An addiction, other substance use disorder, or comparable psychological challenge.
5. no problem, (used as a conventional reply to a request or to an expression of gratitude): “Thanks a lot.” “No problem.”
6. question, dilemma, conundrum
7. A question to be answered, schoolwork exercise.
8. A situation that presents difficulty, uncertainty, or perplexity:hornets' nest, issue, question.
9. condition (illness)
10. A puzzling circumstance.
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12. problema; cuestión; trastorno;___ solving → solución de ___ -s.
13. Objection.
14. A question to be considered, solved, or answered: math problems.
15. Difficulty in accepting or understanding or refusal to accept or understand.
16. A situation, matter, or person that is hard to deal with or understand: was having problems breathing; considered the main problem to be his boss. See Usage Note at dilemma.
17. A set of moves required to complete a climb.
18. A misgiving, objection, or complaint: I have a problem with his cynicism.
19. Difficult to deal with or control: a problem child.
20. Dealing with a moral or social problem: a problem play.
21. Used to express confirmation of or compliance with a request.

Equivalents

Examples

“She's leaving because she faced numerous problems to do with racism.”

““[…] it is not fair of you to bring⟳ against mankind double⟳ weapons ! Dangerous enough you are as woman alone, without bringing to your aid those gifts of mind⟳ suited to problems which men have⟳ been accustomed to arrogate to themselves.””

“The perfume industry is facing a major problem: maintaining constant levels of quality is crucial, but it is increasingly difficult to obtain⟳ a regular supply⟳ of all the necessary natural ingredients.”

“I think⟳ he has a gambling problem. Lending him money will probably only make⟳ it worse.”

“I think⟳ he has a nose candy problem. Lending him money will probably only make⟳ it worse.”

“Study⟳ hard, but don't overdo it. The problems in the exam won't be difficult to solve⟳.”

“You got a problem with that?”

“You made your best honest effort; if they judge⟳ you harshly, that’s their problem, not yours.”

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