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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