problematic — presenting a problem or difficulty; doubtful or questionable
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: presenting a problem or difficulty; doubtful or questionable
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌprɑbləˈmætɪk/
Korean meaning: 문제가 되는, 문제를 일으키는, 의심스러운
Korean pronunciation: 프라블러**매**틱
Example Sentences
- My cat's habit of sleeping on my laptop keyboard is quite problematic during video calls.
- The new policy has proven problematic for small businesses.
- Using your phone as an alarm clock becomes problematic when the battery dies overnight.
problematic
ADJECTIVE//ˌprɑbləˈmætɪk//
presenting a problem or difficulty; doubtful or questionable
The worker faces a problematic scaffolding situation that threatens safety
When systematic becomes problematic, automatic fails dramatic!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'problematikos' meaning 'pertaining to a problem,' derived from 'problema' (something thrown forward, a difficulty) composed of 'pro-' (forward) and 'ballein' (to throw). The word entered English via French in the 16th century.
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“My cat's habit of sleeping on my laptop keyboard is quite problematic during video calls.”
“The new policy has proven problematic for small businesses.”
“Using your phone as an alarm clock becomes problematic when the battery dies overnight.”
“The data collection methods used in this study are potentially problematic.”
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