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problematic
[prob-luh-mat-ik]
adjective
of the nature of a problem; doubtful; uncertain; questionable.
We've discussed the problematic benefits of the treatment.
Synonyms: , , , ,involving or presenting a problem that is difficult to deal with or solve.
She faces a problematic decision.
tending or likely to elicit objections or disapproval; offensive: We've all had to deal with problematic relatives during the holidays.
My ex-boyfriend's political opinions were often embarrassingly problematic.
We've all had to deal with problematic relatives during the holidays.
problematic
/ ˌɒəˈæɪ /
adjective
having the nature or appearance of a problem; questionable
obsoletelogic (of a proposition) asserting that a property may or may not hold Compare apodeictic assertoric
Other 51Թ Forms
- problematically adverb
- nonproblematic adjective
- nonproblematical adjective
- nonproblematically adverb
- quasi-problematic adjective
- unproblematic adjective
- unproblematical adjective
- unproblematically adverb
- ˌDzˈپ adverb
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of problematic1
Example Sentences
Nudify apps are just the latest example of AI being used to create problematic content on social media platforms.
A study published in 2020 identified nine densely populated and particularly problematic places.
Meanwhile, course regulations said to bolster diversity in thought place professors in a confusing bind over the content they can teach and problematic ideas they must entertain in class.
Mr Pegler, who has cerebral palsy and uses a wheelchair, said his family members needing to visit different surgeries could be problematic.
But as Lurie continued researching the neighborhood and its history, she knew she had to tell its story, even if using “The Great Gatsby” as her North Star proved problematic.
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