B2nounmediasociety
US/ˈkɑːn.trə.vɜːr.si/
UK/ˈkɒn.trə.vɜː.si/
a lot of public disagreement or argument about something
In context
The new film caused controversy because of its violent scenes.
There is still controversy over who designed the original building.
The minister resigned after weeks of controversy about his expenses.
Words that go with controversy
verb + noun
- cause controversyThe singer's comments caused controversy online.
- spark controversyThe tax plan sparked controversy among small businesses.
noun + preposition
- controversy overThere was controversy over the referee's decision.
adjective + noun
- political controversyThe bridge project became a political controversy.
- growing controversyThe company is facing growing controversy about its working hours.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The decision made many controversies.Correct: The decision caused a lot of controversy.