Definitions

controversial

[kon-truh-vur-shuhl] / ˌkɒn trəˈvɜr ʃəl /

ADJECTIVE

at issue

Synonyms

STRONGEST

contentious disputed dubious questionable

WEAK

arguable argumentative contended contestable controvertible debateable disputable disputatious doubtable doubtful dubitable in dispute litigious moot open to discussion open to question polemical suspect uncertain under discussion

Antonyms

STRONGEST

certain definite sure

WEAK

agreeable incontrovertible peaceful uncontroversial undisputed undoubted unquestionable

Example Sentences

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The move was controversial, with critics lamenting the $71-billion purchase price.

From Los Angeles Times

Some of the proposed changes to support for children with SEN are likely to be most controversial.

From BBC

He could face another controversial character on Saturday with charismatic England number eight Henry Pollock named as a replacement.

From BBC

“The Quad God” finally gets to make his Olympic debut after his controversial omission in 2022.

From Los Angeles Times

That idea has been controversial within an industry seeking access to round-the-clock power.

From The Wall Street Journal