fundamental problem

language: en

definitions

  1. A basic, central, or essential issue that lies at the root of a situation, system, or conflict.
    en: A basic, central, or essential issue that lies at the root of a situation, system, or conflict.
  2. A deep-seated difficulty or contradiction within the theoretical, logical, or scientific basis of a field of study.
    en: A deep-seated difficulty or contradiction within the theoretical, logical, or scientific basis of a field of study.

examples

  1. The lack of funding is the fundamental problem facing the project.

    The lack of funding is the fundamental problem facing the project.

  2. Quantum mechanics presents a fundamental problem for classical physics.

    Quantum mechanics presents a fundamental problem for classical physics.