controversy

/'kɔntrəvə:si/
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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A serious and public disagreement, argument, or debate: "Controversy" refers to a prolonged public dispute, debate, or contention concerning a matter about which opinions are sharply divided. It often involves opposing views on issues of public interest, policy, or principle.
    • A state of prolonged public dispute or debate: It can also describe the condition or situation itself, characterized by strong disagreement and discussion.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The new policy sparked a major controversy.
    • There is considerable controversy over the safety of the drug.
    • The artist's work is no stranger to controversy.
    • The decision was made without controversy.
Advanced Usage
  • "To be at the center/heart of controversy": to be the main subject of a public disagreement.
    • The politician found himself at the center of controversy after his remarks.
  • "To stir up controversy": to cause or provoke public disagreement.
    • The article was intended to stir up controversy.
  • "A storm of controversy": an intense and sudden outbreak of public disagreement.
    • The announcement created a storm of controversy.
  • "Beyond controversy" (formal): indisputable, not open to question.
    • His talent as a musician is beyond controversy.
Variants and Related Words
  • Controversial (adjective): causing or likely to cause public disagreement and discussion.
    • The controversial decision was debated for weeks.
  • Controversially (adverb): in a way that causes controversy.
    • The minister controversially refused to comment.
Synonyms
  • Dispute: A disagreement or argument.
  • Debate: A formal discussion on a particular topic.
  • Argument: An exchange of diverging or opposite views.
  • Disagreement: Lack of consensus or approval.
  • Polemic: A strong verbal or written attack, or the practice of engaging in controversial debate.
Antonyms
  • Agreement: Harmony or accordance in opinion or feeling.
  • Consensus: A general agreement.
  • Accord: Official agreement or harmony.
Related Idioms and Phrases
  • "A bone of contention": a subject or issue over which there is continuing disagreement.
    • The property line has been a bone of contention between the neighbors for years.
  • "To court controversy": to deliberately act in a way that is likely to cause public disagreement.
    • The director has always courted controversy with his films.
Noun
  1. a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement
    • they were involved in a violent argument

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