pro'lem

Noun

problem (plural problems)

1. A difficulty that has to be resolved or dealt with.
   • She's leaving because she faced numerous problems to do with racism.

   Synonyms:

   rub

   1. An addiction, other substance use disorder, or comparable psychological challenge.
      • I think he has a gambling problem. Lending him money will probably only make it worse.
2. A question to be answered, schoolwork exercise.
   • Study hard, but don't overdo it. The problems in the exam won't be difficult to solve.
3. A puzzling circumstance.
4. Objection.
   • You got a problem with that?
5. Difficulty in accepting or understanding or refusal to accept or understand.
   • You made your best honest effort; if they judge you harshly, that’s their problem, not yours.

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