Vocabulary Entry

controversy

|noun • verb

noun

A disagreement or argument about a significant issue.

Example Sentences

"The decision to build the new highway sparked a lot of controversy."

"There was a great deal of controversy surrounding the election results."

"The controversy over climate change continues to divide public opinion."

verb

Example Sentences

"The proposal to increase taxes will likely controversy among the citizens."

"His comments about the film did not controversy with fans."

"The new policy seems to controversy more than it resolves."