controversy
UK/'kɔntrə,və:si/US/'kɒntrәvә:si/
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Definitions
n.
A prolonged public dispute or debate marked by strong disagreement.
争议，争论，论战。
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedcontro- (against, opposite) + vers (turn) = two sides turned to face each other in opposition. A controversy is a dispute where people have squared off — literally 'turned against' one another over an issue.
Root vers still carries 91 more wordsUsage Guide
Two stress patterns coexist: BrE often con-TROV-er-sy; AmE and BrE both use CON-tro-ver-sy. The plural is controversies.
Example Sentences
- 1.
The decision sparked a heated controversy.
- 2.
There is ongoing controversy surrounding the project.
- 3.
The artist thrives on controversy.