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/ˌpɹɒbləˈmætɪk/ · prob·lem·a t·ic
noun
- A problem or difficulty in a particular field of study. The mathematician encountered several problematic equations in her research.
- A problem or difficulty in a particular situation or context. The company faced several problematic issues with their new product launch.
adjective
- Posing a problem; having or suffering from problem(s). The film's problematic portrayal of mental illness sparked controversy.
- Only affirming the possibility that a predicate be actualised. The philosopher argued that the concept of free will is problematic in a deterministic universe.
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Did you know? The word 'problematic' has become increasingly popular in recent years, particularly in academic and philosophical discourse, to describe complex and nuanced issues that defy easy solutions.