Problem

/pɹˈɒbləm/

/ˈpɹɑbɫəm/

Problem

something that causes difficulties and is hard to overcome

synonyms : difficulty

1.1

something wrong with someone's health or with a part of their body

synonyms : trouble

a question that can be answered by mathematics or logical thought

Examples

1. Her need for attention often caused problems.

2. The problem has now reached crisis point.

3. Their constant arguments are causing problems in the relationship.

4. The problem was always at the back of my mind.