CEFR B2

controversy

noun

Meaning

A prolonged public disagreement or debate about something important.

Examples

The new policy has caused considerable controversy among the public.
There was a lot of controversy surrounding the celebrity's recent actions.

Synonyms: dispute, argument, debate, contention

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controversy (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /kənˈtrɒvərsi/

Definition

A prolonged public disagreement or debate about something important.

Examples

The new policy has caused considerable controversy among the public.
There was a lot of controversy surrounding the celebrity's recent actions.
The documentary aimed to shed light on the controversy surrounding the historical event.

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