problem
1 antonyms and opposites of problem, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A difficult situation or matter that needs to be solved or dealt with.
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How to use problem
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Greek problema, "something thrown forward" or "an obstacle," from proballo, "to put forward" — the same idea as something being placed in your path.
Full origin of problem →Frequently asked questions
What does “problem” mean?
The word “problem” means a difficult situation or matter that needs to be solved or dealt with. In plain terms, something difficult that needs solving or dealing with.
How do you pronounce “problem”?
“Problem” is pronounced PROB-luhm (/ˈpɹɑbləm/ in IPA).
How do you use “problem” in a sentence?
Here is “problem” used in a sentence: “We ran into a problem halfway through the project.”
What is the opposite of “problem”?
The opposite of “problem” — its antonyms — is solution.
What part of speech is “problem”?
Depending on how it is used, “problem” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “problem” come from?
The word “problem” comes from Greek. From Greek problema, "something thrown forward" or "an obstacle," from proballo, "to put forward" — the same idea as something being placed in your path.
Is “problem” a common word?
“Problem” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A1 level.
How many meanings does “problem” have?
“Problem” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a difficult situation or matter that needs to be solved or dealt with.
What is the difference between a problem and an issue?
A problem is something clearly wrong that needs solving, often with a definite answer. An issue is broader and softer — a topic, concern, or point of debate that may not have a single solution. "Issue" also sounds less alarming, so people often use it to describe problems more diplomatically at work.
What is the difference between a problem and a challenge?
A problem is simply a difficulty that needs dealing with, often carrying a negative tone. A challenge frames that same difficulty as an opportunity to test skill and improve. Calling something a challenge rather than a problem is a deliberate shift toward a more positive, motivating outlook on the same situation.
What are the types of problems?
Problems range from practical ones (a broken car, a leaking roof) to abstract ones (a maths problem, a moral dilemma). Others are personal, technical, financial, or social. Some are well-defined with clear solutions; others are complex and open-ended. What unites them all is a difficulty that calls for a solution.
What is the opposite of a problem?
A solution is the natural opposite — the answer that resolves a problem. Where a problem is a difficulty, related opposites include "answer" and, more loosely, "success." In everyday speech, saying "no problem" simply means there is no difficulty at all and that everything is fine and manageable.