Associations to the word «Controversial»

Wiktionary

CONTROVERSIAL, adjective. Arousing controversy—a debate or discussion of opposing opinions.

Dictionary definition

CONTROVERSIAL, adjective. Marked by or capable of arousing controversy; "the issue of the death penalty is highly controversial"; "Rushdie's controversial book"; "a controversial decision on affirmative action".

Wise words

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