Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Causing disagreement or discussion.
Controversial
/ˌkɒntrəˈvɜːʃəl/Synonyms:
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Examples:
The new law is quite controversial.That book caused a lot of controversial debate.
Etymology:
From the Latin controversialis, from controversia meaning dispute, debate and the suffix -alis, and Middle English controversiøse.
Usage Statistics:
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