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controversies

NOUN

debate, dispute

Synonyms

STRONGEST

argument bickering difference discussion fuss quarrel squabble strife wrangle wrangling

STRONG

altercation beef brush contention disputation embroilment flak hurrah miff polemic row rumpus scene scrap tiff words

WEAK

dissention falling-out

Antonyms

STRONGEST

agreement concurrence peace

STRONG

compliment harmony praise

WEAK

accord forbearance quiet

Example Sentences

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Recent controversies, including people betting on events they can influence or have privileged information about, highlight how quickly these platforms can blur ethical lines.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

The president has not been as candid with his administration’s own controversies, but watchdogs in executive agencies have scrutinized some of his members.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

Over the past month, A.I. detection has been at the center of a series of controversies: Hachette pulled the horror novel Shy Girl by Mia Ballard after detectors flagged it as substantially A.I.-generated.

From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026

Raj added that the firm has managed to "outlast cancel culture" after a series of controversies.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Since I made no secret of my project, a number of controversies arose among my friends and advisers.

From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck