Synonyms of problematic
10 similar words · 1 opposite word
Another word for problematic is questionable. Other synonyms of problematic are troublesome. The opposite of problematic is unproblematic.
Synonyms and similar words for problematic
adjectiveNot settled, uncertain, of uncertain outcome; debatable, questionable, open to doubt.
- doubtful
- dubious
- questionableProblematic; open to doubt or challenge.
- controversial
- uncertain
adjectivePosing a problem.
- difficult
- troublesomeCausing trouble or anxiety.
- complicated
- complex
- involved
Opposite of problematic
adjectiveMore antonyms
- unproblematicNot problematic (presenting problems) or not controversial.
Meaning of problematic
- adjective Difficult to overcome, solve, or decide.
- adjective Not settled, uncertain, of uncertain outcome; debatable, questionable, open to doubt.
- adjective Contributing (especially if subtly) to discrimination (such as racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, or ageism).
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Questions about synonyms of problematic
- What is another word for problematic?
- Problematic has 10 synonyms on Word.ws, such as questionable and troublesome.
- What is the opposite of problematic?
- The opposite of problematic is unproblematic.
- What does problematic mean?
- Problematic means difficult to overcome, solve, or decide.
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