controversial

Meanings

• Adjective

  Relating to or involving dispute, doubt, or debate.

  - "The controversial decision made by the government sparked protests."
  - "The new policy was met with much controversy."

• Adjective

  Calculating, determining, or settling with great care and precision.

  - "The controversial artist's work required careful analysis."
  - "The controversial results of the experiment were meticulously recorded."

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Pronunciation

1. /kɒn.tɹə.ˈvɜː.sjəl/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=89259707"

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Antonyms

incontrovertible , noncontroversial , uncontroversial

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Synonyms

contentious , contested

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with controversial
challenges , malignant , palliatives , balances

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Variants

List of all variants of controversial that leads to same result
controversial , controversialism , controversialisms , controversialist , controversialists , controversially

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Etymology

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From the Latin controversus, meaning 'debated' or 'disputed'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'controversial' was first used in English in the 15th century.

2. In mathematics, a controversial theorem is one that is not yet proven or disproven.

3. The most controversial art piece of all time is considered to be 'The Divine Comedy' by Dante Alighieri due to its religious and political themes.

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Related Concepts

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1. Polarizing: A term used to describe ideas or opinions that generate strong reactions or divide opinion.

2. Contentious: A term used to describe a topic or issue that generates disagreement or argument.

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Culture

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The term 'controversial' has been used extensively in various forms of literature, art, and politics. In literature, controversial topics can be found in novels, poems, and essays, often used to provoke thought and debate. In art, controversial works can be provocative and thought-provoking, challenging societal norms and pushing boundaries. In politics, controversial issues can be divisive, leading to heated debates and public discourse.

How to Memorize "controversial"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a room filled with people passionately debating an issue. Visualize the emotions and intensity of the discussion.

2. associate
   

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the first letter of each definition: 'C' for 'Calculating' and 'D' for 'Disputed'.

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