controversy

Definition

  • noun: argument that involves many people who strongly disagree about something
  • noun: a discussion marked especially by the expression of opposing views
  • synonyms: kilkenny cats, altercation, antagonism

Examples

  • There is 'controversy' surrounding the team's decision to trade the star pitcher.

  • The decision aroused/created much 'controversy' among the students.

  • The 'controversy' is over whether he should be fired or not.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) On this Earth, every act is a political act. Is it really surprising, that the most powerful man in the world should be a figure of controversy? To have an individual engaging in the state level interventions should give us all pause. Human beings have a horrible track record (..)
    2016 Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice