Definition of problems. Meaning of problems. Synonyms of problems

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Definition of problems

Problem
Problem Prob"lem, n. [F. probl[`e]me, L. problema, fr. Gr. ? anything thrown forward, a question proposed for solution, fr. ? to throw or lay before; ? before, forward + ? to throw. Cf. Parable. ] 1. A question proposed for solution; a matter stated for examination or proof; hence, a matter difficult of solution or settlement; a doubtful case; a question involving doubt. --Bacon. 2. (Math.) Anything which is required to be done; as, in geometry, to bisect a line, to draw a perpendicular; or, in algebra, to find an unknown quantity. Note: Problem differs from theorem in this, that a problem is something to be done, as to bisect a triangle, to describe a circle, etc.; a theorem is something to be proved, as that all the angles of a triangle are equal to two right angles. Plane problem (Geom.), a problem that can be solved by the use of the rule and compass. Solid problem (Geom.), a problem requiring in its geometric solution the use of a conic section or higher curve.

Meaning of problem from wikipedia

- a problem is the relation between human will and reality. the resolution of this gap between reality and will is the solution of the problem.
- alcoholism is a broad term for problems with alcohol , and is generally used to mean compulsive and uncontrolled consumption of alcoholic
- problem solving consists in using generic or ad hoc methods, in an orderly manner, for finding solutions to problems. the problem-solving
- a chess problem, also called a chess composition, is a puzzle set by somebody using chess piece s on a chess board, that presents the
- problem gambling, or ludomania, is an urge to continuously gamble despite harmful negative consequences or a desire to stop.
- in mathematics and computer science , an optimization problem is the problem of finding the best solution from all feasible solution s.
- in the philosophy of religion , the problem of evil is the question of how to reconcile the existence of evil with that of a deity who is
- in computer science , satisfiability (often written in all capitals or abbreviated sat) is the problem of determining if there exists an
- constraint satisfaction problems (csps) are mathematical problems defined as a set of objects whose state must satisfy a number of
- the hard problem of consciousness is the problem of explaining how and why we have qualia or phenomenal experiences — how sensations