noun

problems

problems, issues, difficulties, troubles

I have some problems with my computer.

I have some problems with my computer.

She is good at solving math problems.

She is good at solving maths problems.

((problems)) ((with sth.)) difficulties with something. I'm having problems with my car.

Synonyms: issues, difficulties, challenges; Antonyms: solutions, answers

From Greek 'problema' (a thing thrown forward, a question). 'pro-' (forward) + 'ballein' (to throw).

Picture a difficult question 'thrown forward' at you to solve.

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