Problematic

Pronunciation: /prɑbləˈmædɪk/

Definitions of problematic

adjective causing or likely to cause problems or difficulties

Example Sentences

A1 My computer is problematic because it keeps freezing.

A2 Finding a solution to this issue is problematic for me.

B1 The lack of communication between team members is proving to be problematic.

B2 The problematic behavior of the employee is causing tension in the workplace.

C1 The problematic nature of the current political situation requires immediate attention.

C2 The company's problematic financial practices have led to a major scandal.

Examples of problematic in a Sentence

formal The current economic situation is quite problematic and requires immediate attention.

informal I heard that the new software update is causing some problematic issues for users.

slang Her attitude towards work is really problematic, she never takes things seriously.

figurative The unresolved conflicts between the two countries have created a problematic situation that needs to be addressed.

Grammatical Forms of problematic

• past tense: problematised
• plural: problematics
• comparative: more problematic
• superlative: most problematic
• present tense: is problematic
• future tense: will be problematic
• perfect tense: has been problematic
• continuous tense: is being problematic
• singular: problematic
• positive degree: problematic
• infinitive: to problematize
• gerund: problematizing
• participle: problematic

Origin and Evolution of problematic

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'problematic' originated from the Latin word 'problema' which means a question for discussion or debate.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to something that presented a problem or difficulty, the word 'problematic' has evolved to also describe something that is controversial or questionable in nature.