controversy Antonyms
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- bicker
- squabble
- wrangle
- row
- set-to
- tiff
- clash
- contretemps
- donnybrook
- falling-out
- spat
- battle-royal
- brawl
- skirmish
- cross-fire
- imbroglio
- disputation
- feud
- debate
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Meaning of controversy
controversy (n)
a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement
controversy Sentence Examples
- The controversy surrounding the new law sparked heated debates among lawmakers.
- The film's release was marred by controversy due to its controversial subject matter.
- The controversy erupted when allegations of corruption within the government surfaced.
- A social media post by the celebrity ignited a firestorm of controversy.
- The controversy surrounding the company's environmental practices led to boycotts.
- The scientific community was divided over the controversy regarding the effectiveness of a new drug.
- The controversy over the decision to demolish the historic building drew widespread attention.
- The controversy surrounding the athlete's doping scandal tarnished their reputation.
- A controversy arose when the school board proposed changes to the curriculum.
- The controversy over the construction of a new stadium divided the local community.
FAQs About the word controversy
a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement
quarrel, misunderstanding, altercation, fight, argument,dispute, disagreement,bicker, squabble, wrangle
harmony, consensus,agreement, agreement, harmony, consensus, compliance, peace, accord, unanimity
The controversy surrounding the new law sparked heated debates among lawmakers.
The film's release was marred by controversy due to its controversial subject matter.
The controversy erupted when allegations of corruption within the government surfaced.
A social media post by the celebrity ignited a firestorm of controversy.
