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Controversy: meaning, definitions and examples

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controversy

 

[ หˆkษ’n.trษ™.vษœห.si ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

public debate

Controversy refers to a prolonged public dispute, debate, or contention concerning a matter of opinion. It often involves conflicting viewpoints or differing interpretations of facts.

Synonyms

argument, debate, dispute.

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Word Description / Examples
controversy

This word is often used when referring to public disagreements that cause a lot of discussion and can split opinions. It is usually related to serious topics and can have a negative connotation.

  • The new policy caused a lot of controversy among the citizens.
  • There has been controversy over the recent elections.
dispute

A dispute is a strong disagreement, often involving opposing parties, and can be legal or formal. It can also be personal and may require resolution.

  • The two companies are in a legal dispute over the patent.
  • There was a dispute between neighbors about the property line.
debate

A debate is a structured discussion where people present different viewpoints on a specific topic. It is usually formal and aim to persuade others or reach a conclusion.

  • The candidates had a debate on healthcare policy.
  • We had a lively debate in class about climate change.
argument

This word is generally used when two or more people verbally disagree. Arguments can be personal or professional and may sometimes become heated.

  • They got into an argument about whose turn it was to do the dishes.
  • The scientists had an argument over the best way to conduct the experiment.

Examples of usage

  • The controversy over the new law sparked heated debates among politicians.
  • The controversy surrounding the novel led to widespread discussions among literary critics and readers.
  • The controversy about climate change continues to divide scientists and policymakers.

Translations

Translations of the word "controversy" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น controvรฉrsia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเคฟเคตเคพเคฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Kontroversen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kontroversi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ััƒะฟะตั€ะตั‡ะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kontrowersja

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ซ–ไบ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท controverse

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ controversia

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tartฤฑลŸma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋…ผ์Ÿ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌุฏู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kontroverze

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kontroverzia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไบ‰่ฎฎ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kontroverza

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ deilur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดะฐัƒะปะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒแƒœแƒขแƒ แƒแƒ•แƒ”แƒ แƒกแƒ˜แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mรผbahisษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ controversia

Etymology

The word 'controversy' originated from Latin 'controversia', which is derived from 'contro-' (against) and vertere (to turn). It first appeared in English in the 14th century. Over the centuries, 'controversy' has been used to describe disputes and debates on various topics, reflecting the human tendency to engage in discussions about conflicting opinions.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,538, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.