Problem Synonyms

Problem synonyms include difficulty, issue, trouble, worry, complication, difficult situation, mess, muddle, snag, and hitch. On this page, you will find 49 synonyms for problem.

Another Word for Problem

  • issue
  • difficulty
  • worry
  • trouble
  • difficult situation
  • complication
  • muddle
  • mess
  • snag
  • mix-up
  • drawback
  • hitch
  • obstacle
  • stumbling block
  • hiccup
  • hurdle
  • catch
  • setback
  • vexed question
  • catch-22
  • the rub
  • quandary
  • plight
  • predicament
  • hornets' nest
  • can of worms
  • misfortune
  • Gordian knot
  • misadventure
  • mishap
  • headache
  • dilemma
  • hassle
  • prob
  • fix
  • pickle
  • fly in the ointment
  • tight spot
  • job
  • how-do-you-do
  • facer
  • gremlin
  • nodus
  • katzenjammer
  • source of difficulty
  • nuisance
  • pest
  • bother
  • irritant
  • source of trouble
  • vexation
  • thorn in one's side/flesh
  • pain
  • drag
  • fair cow
  • pain in the neck

Example Sentences of Problem

1. We need to solve this problem.

2. Communication can prevent many problems.

3. He faced a difficult problem today.

4. Let's discuss the main problem first.