controversies

Meanings

• noun

  A state of disagreement or argument, especially a prolonged and deeply felt one.

• noun

  A matter or question that arouses strong disagreement or heated argument.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with controversies
surprises , supplies , arrives , rives , strives , rives

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Variants

List of all variants of controversies that leads to same result
controversies , controversy

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Forms

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controversies, the controversy, a controversial issue

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Etymology

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From Old French controvers, from Latin controversia, from contestare 'to contend, oppose'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'controversy' first appeared in English in the 14th century.

2. The most controversial artwork of all time is believed to be Andres Serrano's 'Piss Christ', which features a crucifix submerged in urine.

3. The most controversial book of all time is believed to be 'Fifty Shades of Grey' by E.L. James.

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Related Concepts

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1. debate: A formal discussion on a particular topic in which opposing arguments are put forward and considered.

2. disagreement: The failure to reach an agreement or to see things in the same way.

3. dispute: A disagreement or argument, typically a prolonged and serious one.

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Culture

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Controversies have been a part of human history since the dawn of civilization. They have been the source of art, literature, and political discourse. Controversial topics have been explored in works of art, such as Michelangelo's 'The Creation of Adam' and Da Vinci's 'The Last Supper'. In literature, controversies have been the subject of numerous works, including Shakespeare's 'Romeo and Juliet' and Dickens' 'Bleak House'. In music, controversial topics have been explored in songs such as Marvin Gaye's 'What's Going On' and Nirvana's 'Smells Like Teen Spirit'. Controversies have also been the source of political debate and have shaped the course of history.

How to Memorize "controversies"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a room filled with people passionately arguing about a topic. Visualize the intensity and emotion of the disagreement.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'controversies' with words like 'disagreement', 'debate', and 'argument'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Controversies: Can't Tell Opinions Versus Others'.

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