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problematize

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Problematize (verb) means to turn something into a problem.

verb

To turn something into a problem.

To treat something as though it were a problem.

"Dr Allen said it could affect social cohesion and potentially drive harmful rhetoric around migration when Australia's population change was problematised." — Ahmed Yussuf, Australia's population reaches 27 million with growth largely driven by overseas migration (2024)

To put forward problems.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is the meaning of problematize?

"problematize" (verb) means to turn something into a problem.

What are the different meanings of problematize?

"problematize" has 3 main meanings: 1. To turn something into a problem; 2. To treat something as though it were a problem; 3. To put forward problems.