Defect and Problem

Defect

Defect noun - Something that spoils the appearance or completeness of a thing.

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Problem and defect are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Problem" instead a noun "Defect".

Problem noun - Something that requires thought and skill for resolution.

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Defect and problem are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Defect" instead a noun "Problem".

Nearby Words: problematic, problematical

similar	similar defect	similar problem
common	common defect	common problem
certain	certain defect	certain problem
initial	initial defect	initial problem
Other adjectives: single, glaring, small, entire, real, big, serious, tiny, slight, potential, social, inherent, personal, major, mechanical, mental, possible, minor, different, aforementioned.

The problem is that automobiles are products, and product defect cases fall under strict liability.

Source: Hollywood Law
When an in-universe problem with sound effects is Played for Laughs with the characters noticing, you've got a Sound Defect.

Source: Sound Defect
Rai has no problem with soldiers dying in battle, but the fact that Zero's plan actually called for the JLF to be slaughtered is what causes him to defect.

Source: Visual Novel / Code Geass Lost Colors

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