problematic

adjective

Stress: third syllable

Syllables: prob-lem-at-ic (4)

English Definition

Presenting a problem or difficulty; doubtful or questionable.

Example Sentence

Resolving this situation could be highly problematic.

US IPA /ˌprɑːbləˈmætɪk/
UK IPA /ˌprɒbləˈmætɪk/