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problematic

 
 
/ˌprɒbləˈmætɪk/ adjective

Translation

full of problems or difficulties
sorunlu, problemli
He has a very problematic relationship with his father.1785
(Definition of problematic adjective from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary English-Turkish © Cambridge University Press)

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