problem - Similar and Opposite Words

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Here are the synonyms for problem , a list of similar words for problem from our thesaurus that you can use

Noun

a source of difficulty

Synonyms

• problem
• trouble

More generic

• difficulty

More specific

• can of worms
• deep water
• growing pains
• hydra
• matter
• pressure point

Noun

a question raised for consideration or solution

Synonyms

• problem

More generic

• head
• question

More specific

• Gordian knot
• brain-teaser
• case
• conundrum
• enigma
• homework problem
• koan
• mystifier
• pons asinorum
• poser
• puzzle
• puzzler
• rebus
• riddle
• sticker
• stumper
• teaser
• toughie

Noun

a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved

Synonyms

• job
• problem

More generic

• difficulty

More specific

• balance-of-payments problem
• race problem

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