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problematic process

[prə-ˈblä-mə-tik ˈprä-ˌses]
noun phrasemasculine (processo) / feminine (processo is masculine in Portuguese)pl: problematic processes / processos problemáticos
processo problemático
1. A series of actions, steps, or operations that encounter difficulties, complications, or obstacles that impede normal function or progress
The implementation of the new software was a problematic process that took longer than expected.
A implementação do novo software foi um processo problemático que levou mais tempo do que o esperado.
2. A method or procedure that raises concerns, questions, or doubts about its validity or effectiveness
The hiring process was deemed problematic due to lack of transparency.
O processo de contratação foi considerado problemático devido à falta de transparência.
NYC Slang
a hot mess of a process
Synonyms
difficult processtroublesome processcomplicated processflawed processcumbersome process
Antonyms
smooth processseamless processstraightforward processefficient process

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
processo problemático
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
processo complicado
Alternative common phrasing
Portugal
processo problemático
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

rough around the edges
hit a snag
full of complications
a recipe for disaster
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