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controversial (verb)

Describes a subject, person, or decision that causes public disagreement or heated debate. It is typically used when people have strong and opposing opinions about a specific topic.

💬 Example

"The new dress code at school is very controversial among students."

💡 Memory Tip

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🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
contentious debatable disputed polemical divisive
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'controversial' for any unpopular opinion. → Using 'controversial' only when there is significant public disagreement and debate.

Confusing 'controversial' (adjective) with 'controversy' (noun). → Using 'controversial' to describe something and 'controversy' to refer to the state of disagreement.

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