controversial
Meaning
The term "controversial" describes a subject or issue that provokes disagreement or strong opinions among people.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "controversial" with "controversy"; the former is an adjective, while the latter is a noun.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Every
Thursday
the
town
holds
a
small
meeting
in
the
library
to
discuss
local
projects
.
This
week
the
plan
to
replace
a
parking
lot
with
a
public
garden
became
controversial
because
some
residents
want
more
parking
.
The
mayor
listened
to
both
sides
and
asked
people
to
suggest
compromises
that
could
satisfy
most
families
.
After
an
hour
of
calm
discussion
,
the
group
agreed
to
form
a
committee
that
will
study
the
idea
and
report
back
next
month
.
Common Phrases
controversial issue
controversial decision
controversial figure
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