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controversial

1 of 1adjective
/ˌkɑntrəˈvɝʃəl/
Forms:more controversial,most controversial
1

causing a lot of strong public disagreement or discussion

B2
  • The politician's controversial statements about immigration sparked heated discussions among voters.
  • The documentary was controversial, sparking debates across the country.
  • The controversial film explored sensitive social issues, prompting both praise and criticism from viewers.
  • Many people find her statements on the issue controversial.
  • The new movie has been criticized for its controversial themes.
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