Controversy: Is a lot of discussion and

Controversy is a lot of discussion and argument about something, often involving strong feelings of anger or disapproval. The proposed cuts have caused considerable controversy . ...a fierce political controversy over human rights abuses. controversy (countable and uncountable, plural controversies) A debate or discussion of opposing opinions; (generally) strife. synonym, antonyms quotations Synonyms: see Thesaurus: dispute Antonyms: consensus, agreement In the theory of law, a controversy differs from a legal case; while legal cases include all suits, criminal as well as civil, a controversy is a purely civil proceeding. A dispute, especially a public one, between sides holding opposing views. 2. The act or practice of engaging in such disputes: writers skilled at controversy .