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unstructured problem

[/ʌnˈstrʌktʃərd ˈprɒbləm/]
nounpl: unstructured problems
problema não estruturado
1. A problem that lacks a clear definition, predetermined solution method, or well-defined steps to reach a solution; characterized by ambiguity and complexity
Designing a new marketing strategy is an unstructured problem that requires creative thinking and innovation.
Projetar uma nova estratégia de marketing é um problema não estruturado que requer pensamento criativo e inovação.
2. A problem where the information provided is incomplete, vague, or evolving, and the path to resolution is uncertain
Climate change is an unstructured problem involving multiple variables and unknown outcomes.
A mudança climática é um problema não estruturado envolvendo múltiplas variáveis e resultados desconhecidos.
Synonyms
ill-structured problemwicked problemopen-ended problemambiguous problemfuzzy problem
Antonyms
structured problemwell-defined problemwell-structured problemalgorithm-solvable problem

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
problema não estruturado
Standard term used in business and academic contexts
São Paulo
problema não estruturado
Common in corporate and university environments
Portugal
problema não estruturado
Used in academic and professional contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

a problem without a clear roadmap
thinking outside the box
navigating ambiguity
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