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Problem (Noun)

Meaning 1

A state of difficulty that needs to be resolved; "she and her husband are having problems"; "it is always a job to contact him"; "urban problems such as traffic congestion and smog".

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Synonyms

  • Job

Related Words

  • Problematic (adjective)
  • Problematical (adjective)

Meaning 2

A question raised for consideration or solution; "our homework consisted of ten problems to solve".

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Hypernyms

  • Head

Hyponyms

  • Enigma
  • Mystifier
  • Stumper
  • Toughie
  • Brain-teaser
  • Puzzler
  • Teaser
  • Conundrum
  • Sticker

Meaning 3

A source of difficulty; "one trouble after another delayed the job"; "what's the problem?".

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Synonyms

  • Trouble

Hypernyms

  • Difficulty

Hyponyms

  • Matter
  • Pressure Point
  • Can Of Worms
  • Growing Pains
  • Deep Water
  • Hydra

Related Words

  • Problematical (adjective)
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