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.
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Meaning 2
A question raised for consideration or solution; "our homework consisted of ten problems to solve".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The math test was full of complex problems that required careful thought and calculation.
- The teacher assigned a set of word problems for the students to complete as homework.
- The puzzle presented a series of problems to be solved in a specific order.
- The instructor gave the class a set of logic problems to work on in small groups.
- The exam consisted of a series of problems that tested the students' knowledge of physics.
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Meaning 3
A source of difficulty; "one trouble after another delayed the job"; "what's the problem?".
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.