Controversial
Definition
(adj) Causing public disagreement or debate
Examples
“The movie's controversial ending sparked heated discussions.”
“That controversial ad got pulled overnight.”
“My aunt still brings up that controversial tax plan from 2012.”
“Controversial, maybe, but the council vote passed 8 to 3.”
“At the Oxford debate on Tuesday, her controversial remarks made half the room laugh and the other half groan.”
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