Controversy

Pronunciation: /ˈkɑːntrəˌvɜːrsiː/

Controversy (noun)

  1. A situation where people strongly disagree about something important, and the disagreement becomes public.
  2. A topic that many people discuss and argue about because there is no clear agreement.
  3. A serious dispute that can lead to criticism, conflict, or changes in decisions.

Examples

  • The policy sparked public disagreement in the community.
  • Public disagreement grew when the rules changed.