problematic

/ˌprä-blə-ˈma-tik/

adjective

  1. posing a problem : difficult to solve or decide

  2. not definite or settled : uncertain

  3. open to question or debate : questionable

a problematic situation

Their future remains problematic.

doubtful dubious problematic questionable mean not affording assurance of the worth, soundness, or certainty of something. doubtful implies little more than a lack of conviction or certainty. dubious stresses suspicion, mistrust, or hesitation.

noun

  1. something that is problematic : a problematic aspect or concern