controversies

NOUN

debate, dispute

Synonyms

STRONGEST

argument bickering difference discussion fuss quarrel squabble strife wrangle wrangling

STRONG

altercation beef brush contention disputation embroilment flak hurrah miff polemic row rumpus scene scrap tiff words

WEAK

dissention falling-out

Antonyms

STRONGEST

agreement concurrence peace

STRONG

compliment harmony praise

WEAK

accord forbearance quiet

Example Sentences

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This debate over race mirrors earlier controversies surrounding Halle Bailey starring in “The Little Mermaid” and other diverse casting choices in fantasy and literary adaptations.

From Salon • May 16, 2026

But beyond the political and symbolic controversies, there are already doubts over whether the Reflecting Pool will be fixed.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

He knew he was being replaced at the end of the tournament by his assistant McClaren after announcing in January that he would be resigning following a series of controversies.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

The Maduro bets were just one in a series of controversies that have swirled around Polymarket’s unregulated offshore platform, which has long had an edgy, anything-goes culture.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

Like many usage controversies, the brouhaha over like a cigarette should is a product of grammatical ineptitude and historical ignorance.

From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker