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divisive

[dih-vahy-siv, -vis-iv] / dɪˈvaɪ sɪv, -ˈvɪs ɪv /
ADJECTIVE
dissenting
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Anti-discrimination campaign group Kick It Out called them "disgraceful and deeply divisive", while anti-racism charity Show Racism the Red Card said it was "deeply concerned".

From BBC

However, a long trail of inflammatory and divisive comments is following Carl to his hearing.

From Salon

Kick It Out said the comments were "disgraceful and deeply divisive".

From BBC

The Dane's appointment was ultimately led by Daniel Levy - Tottenham's divisive former executive chairman who unexpectedly departed after 24 years in September.

From BBC

Yet the board is reticent to set a new finish date for the remaining work, including the divisive Glory Facade and its four bell towers.

From Barron's