polemic Synonyms
Strongest:
Strong:
- expletive
- aspersion
- invective
- belittlement
- insult
- reproof
- opprobrium
- blasphemy
- reprimand
- broadside
- chastisement
- revilement
- disparagement
- vilification
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Strongest:
Strong:
- endearments
- compliments
- congratulations
- endearments
- flattery
- congratulations
- felicitations
- flattery
- compliments
- felicitations
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polemic Meaning
polemic (n)
a writer who argues in opposition to others (especially in theology)
a controversy (especially over a belief or dogma)
polemic (s)
of or involving dispute or controversy
polemic (a.)
Of or pertaining to controversy; maintaining, or involving, controversy; controversial; disputative; as, a polemic discourse or essay; polemic theology.
Engaged in, or addicted to, polemics, or to controversy; disputations; as, a polemic writer.
polemic (n.)
One who writes in support of one opinion, doctrine, or system, in opposition to another; one skilled in polemics; a controversialist; a disputant.
A polemic argument or controversy.
polemic Sentence Examples
- The historian's account sparked a fierce polemic among academics.
- The novel's depiction of a controversial subject ignited a polemic that spread across the nation.
- The politician's inflammatory speech generated a polemic that dominated the news cycle.
- The debate between the two scientists escalated into a bitter polemic that threatened their professional relationships.
- The polemic surrounding the proposed legislation divided the community into fiercely opposed factions.
- The author's polemical essay challenged established norms and provoked widespread backlash.
- The polemic generated by the new theory of evolution dominated scientific discourse for decades.
- The artist's installation ignited a polemic over the limits of artistic expression.
- The polemical tone of the documentary alienated viewers and undermined its credibility.
- The polemic surrounding vaccines has polarized the medical community and sparked mistrust among the public.
FAQs About the word polemic
a writer who argues in opposition to others (especially in theology), a controversy (especially over a belief or dogma), of or involving dispute or controversyO
excoriation, tirade, rebuke,diatribe, harangue, castigation, criticism, expletive, aspersion, invective
praise, acclaim, commendation, applause, acclaim,praise, commendation, applause, endearments,compliments
The historian's account sparked a fierce polemic among academics.
The novel's depiction of a controversial subject ignited a polemic that spread across the nation.
The politician's inflammatory speech generated a polemic that dominated the news cycle.
The debate between the two scientists escalated into a bitter polemic that threatened their professional relationships.
