controversial

adjective

UK/ˌkɒn.trəˈvɜː.ʃᵊl/
US/ˌkɑːn.trəˈvɝː.ʃᵊl/

Definitions of controversial adjective

  1. B2

    Likely to cause disagreement or argument; relating to or causing much discussion, disagreement, or argument.

    引起争议或讨论的;具争议性的

    • The policy sparked widespread controversy among the public.

      这项政策在公众中引发了广泛争议。

    • The debate surrounding the issue remains highly controversial.

      围绕这个问题的辩论仍然极具争议性。

    • He made some morally controversial remarks.

      他发表了一些在道德上具有争议性的言论。