Controversial Definition & Meaning
controversial
- adjective
- marked by or capable of arousing controversy; "the issue of the death penalty is highly controversial"; "Rushdie's controversial book"; "a controversial decision on affirmative action"
"Controversial" in song lyrics
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"Universally disperse the curse verse controversial"
Chino XL f/ Kool G. Rap — Let 'Em Live -
"And sagging, is so controversial"
K-Rino — Killin' the Game -
"Malt liquor got me trapped, my rap is controversial"
Kurious — Spell It Wit a J (Yes, Yes Jorge)
Words that rhyme with controversial
Usage tips for "controversial"
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does controversial mean?
- marked by or capable of arousing controversy; "the issue of the death penalty is highly controversial"; "Rushdie's controversial book"; "a controversial decision on affirmative action"
- What part of speech is controversial?
- Controversial is an adjective.