Controversial (Adjective)
Meaning
Marked by or capable of arousing controversy; "the issue of the death penalty is highly controversial"; "Rushdie's controversial book"; "a controversial decision on affirmative action".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The new policy allowing students to carry guns on campus has been widely criticized as a deeply controversial move.
- Her publicly stated views on abortion have made her a lightning rod for controversy and criticism.
- The company's decision to outsource jobs overseas has been a highly contentious and controversial issue among local residents.
- The movie's graphic violence and explicit content have sparked debate and made it a highly polarizing and controversial film.
- The government's handling of the economy has been criticized as slow and indecisive, leading to a highly unpopular and controversial investment strategy.