Discover everything about the word "PROBLEM" in English: meanings, translations, synonyms, pronunciations, examples, and grammar insights - all in one comprehensive guide.
any question or matter involving doubt or difficulty: has financial and emotional problems. a statement requiring a solution, usually by means of mathematical operations: simple problems in addition. unruly: a problem child.
There are nine meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun problem, three of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.
A problem is a question or puzzle that is intended to be solved or to be deeply thought about. Real-life examples: Your teacher may present a problem to the class so you can use what you’ve learned to solve it.
1. Difficult to deal with or control: a problem child. 2. Dealing with a moral or social problem: a problem play.