Definition of problematic

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  • problematic is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 19
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Definition of problematic

  • making great mental demands; hard to comprehend or solve or believe (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a problematic situation at home

    Synonyms

    1. baffling
    2. elusive
    3. knotty
    4. problematical
    5. tough
  • open to doubt or debate (adjective)

    Examples

    1. If you ever get married, which seems to be extremely problematic

    Synonyms

    1. debatable
    2. problematical

See definition of problematic in Merriam Webster