1. A project that faces significant difficulties, challenges, or complications that may hinder its completion or success
The construction project became problematic due to budget overruns and delays.
O projeto de construção tornou-se problemático devido a estouros de orçamento e atrasos.
2. An undertaking with inherent flaws, risks, or controversial aspects that raise concerns about feasibility or desirability
The merger was seen as a problematic project from the start.
A fusão foi vista como um projeto problemático desde o início.