problem-creating
|prob/lem-cre/at/ing|
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/ˈprɑːbləm ˈkriːeɪtɪŋ/
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/ˈprɒbləm ˈkriːeɪtɪŋ/
causing issues
Etymology
'problem-creating' originates from the combination of 'problem' and 'create,' where 'problem' meant 'a matter or situation regarded as unwelcome or harmful' and 'create' meant 'to bring something into existence.'
'problem' changed from the Latin word 'problema' and 'create' from the Latin word 'creare,' eventually forming the modern English term 'problem-creating.'
Initially, 'problem' meant 'a question proposed for solution,' and 'create' meant 'to produce,' but over time, they evolved into their current meanings.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
causing or leading to problems.
The new policy is problem-creating for the team.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45