problem

/ˈprä-bləm/

Middle English probleme, from Latin problema, from Greek problēma, literally, obstacle, from proballein to throw forward, from pro- forward + ballein to throw

noun

  1. a question raised for inquiry, consideration, or solution

  2. a proposition in mathematics or physics stating something to be done

  3. an intricate unsettled question

mystery problem enigma riddle puzzle mean something which baffles or perplexes. mystery applies to what cannot be fully understood by reason or less strictly to whatever resists or defies explanation. problem applies to a question or difficulty calling for a solution or causing concern.

adjective

  1. dealing with a problem of conduct or social relationship

  2. difficult to deal with

a problem play

noun

  1. the process or act of finding a solution to a problem

Let's do some problem-solving and see if we can't figure out what to do.