problem

Definitions

1. noun

   Something difficult that you need to deal with.

   Examples

   • She left because of problems at work.
   • We have a problem with the water pipe.
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2. noun

   A harmful habit or addiction.

   Examples

   • I think he has a gambling problem.
   • Her drinking problem worried the family.
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3. noun

   A question or exercise to solve.

   Examples

   • The problems on the exam were not hard.
   • She finished all the math problems before dinner.
4. noun

   A strange situation that is hard to explain.

   Examples

   • The disappearance stayed a problem for years.
   • How he escaped is a real problem for the police.
5. noun

   A complaint or objection.

   Examples

   • Do you have a problem with that?
   • I have no problem with the new schedule.
6. noun

   A difficulty in accepting or understanding something.

   Examples

   • If they judge you harshly, that is their problem, not yours.
   • He has a problem with authority.
7. noun

   In climbing, a planned set of moves to reach the top of a route.

   Examples

   • She solved the problem after a dozen tries.
   • The hardest problem in the gym stopped even top climbers.
8. adjective

   Hard to control or teach.

   Examples

   • The horse was a problem colt.
   • He was a problem student who tested the teacher's patience.
9. adjective

   Causing trouble.

   Examples

   • That old car has been nothing but problem since we bought it.
   • It is more problem to my family than to me.