⚠️Problematic

adjective
/ˌprɒb.ləˈmæt.ɪk/

Meaning

causing problems; troublesome; difficult to deal with
Difficult to solve or deal with; presenting a problem or challenge.

Example Sentences

The new policy changes are problematic and need to be reviewed.

His problematic behavior made teamwork very difficult.

Synonyms

troublesome, difficult, challenging, questionable, awkward, vexing
Entry 1
troublesome, difficult, challenging, questionable
Entry 2
troublesome, difficult, challenging, awkward, vexing

Antonyms

unproblematic, easy, simple, straightforward
Entry 1
unproblematic, easy, simple, straightforward
Entry 2
easy, straightforward, simple

Collocations

problematic situation, problematic behavior, highly problematic, potentially problematic, problematic issue, problematic area
Entry 1
problematic situation, problematic behavior, highly problematic, potentially problematic
Entry 2
problematic situation, problematic issue, problematic behavior, problematic area

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