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controversy

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. dispute
2. controversy

This noun refers to a heated debate or dispute in which opposing sides argue their positions, often over ideology, policy, or academic matters. It can be used as a verb with する to mean "to argue" or "to dispute."

Example sentences

Sentence 1

That professor's lectures — somehow a dispute breaks out every single time.

Sentence 2

Given that the matter is already in dispute, I'll revise the wording.

Sentence 3

If the fact-checking is sloppy, it'll blow up into a major dispute later.

Sentence 4

Everyone says "keep disputes constructive," but in practice it's a total mess.

Sentence 5

I was told, "Your argument is only making this dispute more complicated."