problematics

American  

[prob-luh-mat-iks] / ˌprɒb ləˈmæt ɪks /

plural noun

1. the uncertainties or difficulties inherent in a situation or plan.

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Etymology

Origin of problematics

First recorded in 1955–60; see origin at problematic, -ics

Example Sentences

There are so many levels on which Banton’s case lays bare sundry problematics of the U.S. justice system, starting with the government’s reliance on what can only be called professional snitches.

From Salon • Mar. 24, 2019

It helps you get through some of the problematics, I guess, of how people accept you and stuff if their expectations aren’t that high.

From Washington Post • Dec. 11, 2018