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subjective problem

[səbˈdʒɛktɪv ˈprɑbləm]
nounpl: subjective problems
problema subjetivo
1. A problem or issue whose nature, perception, or solution depends on personal interpretation, feelings, or viewpoint rather than objective facts
Whether the music is too loud is a subjective problem that varies from person to person.
Se a música é muito alta é um problema subjetivo que varia de pessoa para pessoa.
2. In psychology or medicine, a symptom or complaint reported by a patient that cannot be directly measured or verified by external observation
Pain is often considered a subjective problem because it cannot be objectively quantified.
A dor é frequentemente considerada um problema subjetivo porque não pode ser objetivamente quantificada.
Synonyms
perceptual issuepersonal problemsubjective complaintopinion-based problemrelative problem
Antonyms
objective problemfactual problemmeasurable problemconcrete problem

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
problema subjetivo
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
problema subjetivo
Common in academic and professional contexts
Portugal
problema subjetivo
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

in the eye of the beholder
a matter of opinion
open to interpretation
depend on point of view
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