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controversy

nounfeminineformalcommon/kõtɾuˈvɛɾsiɐ/con·tro·ver·si·a

Definition

Prolonged discussion about an issue on which there are strong and divergent opinions; a contentious debate.

“The decision sparked major public controversy.”

“The controversy over the new tax divided experts.”

spark controversypublic controversysubject of controversysettle the controversy